Which of the Following Responses to a Pregnant Women's Expression

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following responses to a pregnant women's expression of body dissatisfaction is most likely to help her feel better?

• A) "Your body is amazing in how it can create and sustain life."
• B) "You should join a gym so you can feel more fit and more confident about losing weight after birth."
• C) "You should read celebrity blogs to get tips on how to 'get your body back.'"
• D) "It's normal for men to lose sexual interest during the second trimester,so you have nothing to worry about."

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