A pregnant client with heart disease class III is prescribed complete bedrest. The client asks the nurse, “ why must I stay in bed all the time?” Which response is best for the nurse to provide this client?
Complete bedrest decreases oxygen needs and demands on the heart muscle tissue.
I know you are upset. Would you like to talk about some things you could do while in bed
We want your baby to be healthy, and this is the only way we can make sure that will happen.
Labor is difficult and you need to use this time to rest before you have to assume all child caring duties.