A pregnant patient reports feeling pain similar to menstrual cramps. What should the nurse explain about this patient's symptoms?
A) Exercise helps reduce the frequency of them.
B) If rhythmical, they could indicate preterm labor.
C) Lying down for a few hours will help them stop.
D) They are false labor and do not need to be reported.
B
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Beginning as early as the 8th to 12th week of pregnancy, the uterus periodically contracts and then relaxes again. These sensations are Braxton Hicks contractions and can be similar to a forceful menstrual cramp. These contractions are not usually a sign of beginning labor but should be reported for evaluation. A rhythmic pattern of even very light but persistent contractions could be a beginning sign of preterm labor. Exercise or rest does not reduce the frequency of Braxton Hicks contractions.
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