A pregnant woman at 33 weeks of gestation is brought to the birthing unit after a minor automobile accident.The client is experiencing no pain and no vaginal bleeding,her vital signs are stable,and the fetal heart rate (FHR)is 132 beats per minute with variability.What is the nurse's highest priority?

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Continuous electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) for a minimum of 4 hours is the highest priority as it ensures the baby's well-being after the accident. While monitoring for a ruptured spleen may be necessary, it is not the highest priority in this situation. Discharging the woman home without adequate fetal monitoring would not be appropriate, and monitoring for 24 hours is not necessary unless there are further concerns or complications.

A Pregnant Woman at 33 Weeks of Gestation Is Brought