A 38-Year-Old Client in Her Second Trimester States That She

question 6

Multiple Choice

A 38-year-old client in her second trimester states that she desires to begin an exercise program to decrease her fatigue.Which of the following would be the most appropriate nursing response?

• A)"Fatigue should resolve in the second trimester,but walking daily might help."
• B)"Avoid a strenuous exercise regimen at your age.Drink coffee t.i.d."
• C)"Avoid an exercise regimen,because you are pregnant.Try to nap daily."
• D)"Fatigue will increase as pregnancy progresses,but jogging daily might help."

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