In formulating a plan of care for an obese woman who is trying to conceive, the nurse should include which information?
A) It is preferred that weight loss occur prior to becoming pregnant.
B) It is safe to pursue weight loss during pregnancy.
C) Weight loss should not be pursued until after delivery of the baby.
D) Obesity will have no effect on the fetus or newborn.
A) It is preferred that weight loss occur prior to becoming pregnant.
Explanation: A) Because of the risks to both mother and fetus associated with obesity during pregnancy, it is important for overweight and obese women to have weight counseling before conception so that they can achieve weight loss before becoming pregnant. Obesity during pregnancy is associated with increased maternal and fetal risks. Furthermore, the effects of maternal obesity extend beyond the perinatal period.
B) Because of the risks to both mother and fetus associated with obesity during pregnancy, it is important for overweight and obese women to have weight counseling before conception so that they can achieve weight loss before becoming pregnant. Obesity during pregnancy is associated with increased maternal and fetal risks. Furthermore, the effects of maternal obesity extend beyond the perinatal period.
C) Because of the risks to both mother and fetus associated with obesity during pregnancy, it is important for overweight and obese women to have weight counseling before conception so that they can achieve weight loss before becoming pregnant. Obesity during pregnancy is associated with increased maternal and fetal risks. Furthermore, the effects of maternal obesity extend beyond the perinatal period.
D) Because of the risks to both mother and fetus associated with obesity during pregnancy, it is important for overweight and obese women to have weight counseling before conception so that they can achieve weight loss before becoming pregnant. Obesity during pregnancy is associated with increased maternal and fetal risks. Furthermore, the effects of maternal obesity extend beyond the perinatal period.
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