During the 7th month of pregnancy, a client exhibits dependent edema. The nurse explains the treatment for fluid retention during pregnancy, which is
a. adequate fats
b. avoidance of salty foods
c. elevation of the lower extremities
d. low-sodium diet and elevation of the extremities
C
Elevation of the lower extremities will help alleviate edema associated with increased circulatory volume and the weight of the growing uterus associated with the third trimester of pregnancy. Avoiding salty food may help prevent or decrease edema, but this is not the best answer. A low-sodium diet is not prescribed for the edema associated with a normal pregnancy.
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