During a routine prenatal examination, a client who is at 32 weeks' gestation becomes dizzy, lightheaded, and pale. after placing the client in a supine position, what is the priority nursing action?

The nurse should turn the patient to the left immediately.

Explanation:

The supine position is performed when someone lies on their backs. Although this position is harmless for many people, it can be harmful for pregnant women who are with an advanced pregnancy, such as the pregnant woman who was shown in the question above who is already 32 weeks pregnant.

This is because, at this time of pregnancy, the volume of the uterus is greater and lying in that position can cause a detrimental pressure on the vena cava that will decrease the amount of oxygen for the baby and the mother. The mother, specifically, can be dizzy, lightheaded, and pale.

The most suitable position for pregnant women is to face the left side.