Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 1069 of 2368
The partner of a client at 9 weeks of gestation reports nausea, loss of appetite, and fatigue. Which response by the nurse is best?
- Refer the partner for immediate emergency evaluation at the nearest hospital.
- Tell the partner that the symptoms mean the pregnancy is at risk of complications.
- Explain that expectant partners can have these symptoms, which are usually harmless.
- Advise the partner to ignore the symptoms because they are imagined and unreal.
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Correct answer: Explain that expectant partners can have these symptoms, which are usually harmless.
Couvade symptoms are more likely in early pregnancy and are caused by stress, anxiety or empathy. The nurse provides anticipatory guidance.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Antepartum Care: Partner Adaptation. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026