The nurse should prepare this kind of patient for tocolytic therapy, corticosteroids as well as hospitalization.
Explanation
When the pregnancy of this kind of a mother is 31 weeks old, the goal should be to maintain it as long as possible especially if the fetus and the mother can put up with the continuation of the pregnancy. It is also necessary to stop the contractions and also place the mother in the hospital for proper monitoring. Administering corticosteroids can help develop the lungs hence preparing for early preterm delivery.
