Self-care instruction for a pregnant woman often includes the pelvic rocking exercise, which helps:
a. Strengthen perineal muscles
b. Strengthen abdominal muscles
c. Relieve lower back pain
d. Relax pelvic ligaments
ANS: C
The postural changes that occur to maintain balance as the uterus enlarges place strain on the back muscles. Pelvic rocking helps strengthen those muscles.
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