While Reviewing Exercises to Do When Pregnant,a Client of European

question 7

Multiple Choice

While reviewing exercises to do when pregnant,a client of European descent tells the nurse that she was taught never to reach over the head because this will harm the baby.Based on this data,which action by the nurse is appropriate?

• A) Provide dietary instruction to ensure the client does not gain excessive weight.
• B) Suggest limiting exercise to household chores.
• C) Provide alternative activities to do instead of exercise.
• D) Assure that reaching over the head will not harm the baby.

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