If a pregnant woman in her third trimester signs up for seated massage at a health fair and she is otherwise healthy, the best action is to:

A) Adjust the massage chair to fit her current shape and size and give the usual massage
B) Let her get into the massage chair but avoid pressing hard on her back
C) Ask her to sit in a regular chair and give her a head, neck, and shoulder massage
D) Politely refuse to give her massage because of contraindications


Answer: C

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