A pregnant client is diagnosed with a cardiac problem. What should the nurse prepare to instruct this client to do, to ensure a safe pregnancy? Select all that apply.
A) Restrict activities.
B) Follow a diet high in iron and protein.
C) Restrict the intake of sodium.
D) Obtain 8 to 10 hours of sleep.
E) Obtain pneumococcal vaccination.

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A pregnant client with a cardiac problem should restrict activities to reduce cardiac workload, follow a diet high in iron and protein to support overall health and fetal development, restrict sodium intake to prevent fluid overload and hypertension, and ensure adequate rest with 8 to 10 hours of sleep to reduce cardiac strain. Pneumococcal vaccination is not typically related to managing cardiac issues in pregnancy.

A Pregnant Client Is Diagnosed with a Cardiac Problem