A pregnant patient is experiencing leg cramps. What should the nurse include in the patient's teaching plan as a relief measure? (Select all that apply.)
A) Avoid full leg extension.
B) Elevate lower extremities.
C) Elevate the legs on two pillows.
D) Stand on each leg and perform a squat.
E) Bend the knee and perform dorsiflexion.
A, B
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If a pregnant woman is experiencing frequent leg cramps, she may be advised to elevate lower extremities frequently during the day to improve circulation and avoiding full leg extension. Elevating the legs on two pillows may or may not help the patient. The patient should not be instructed to perform squats or dorsiflexion to help with the leg cramps.
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