A client with a normal prepregnancy weight asks why she has been told to gain 25-35 pounds during her pregnancy while her underweight friend was told to gain more weight
What should the nurse tell the client the recommended weight gain is during pregnancy? 1. 25-35 pounds, regardless of a client's prepregnant weight
2. More than 25-35 pounds for an overweight woman
3. Up to 40 pounds for an underweight woman
4. The same for a normal weight woman as for an overweight woman
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Explanation: 3. Prepregnant weight determines the recommended weight gain during pregnancy. Underweight women are advised to gain 28-40 pounds.
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