A student nurse is working in the OB clinic as part of a preceptorship.The student is counseling a woman in her first trimester who complains of insomnia due to nasal congestion.Which action by the student warrants intervention by the student's preceptor?

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Congestion is a common complaint in pregnancy.Self-care measures include occasional saline drops;hot,steamy showers;increasing fluids;,and using a vaporizer or humidifier.It is important to rule out upper respiratory infections such as colds or allergies when a woman complains of nasal congestion.Women should avoid decongestants in the first trimester.

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