An increase in urinary frequency and leg cramps after the 36th week of pregnancy most likely indicates:
a. Onset of Braxton-Hicks contractions.
b. Lightening.
c. Breech presentation.
d. Urinary tract infection.
B
As the fetus descends toward the pelvic inlet near the end of pregnancy, increased pelvic pressure occurs, resulting in greater urinary frequency and more leg cramps.
Braxton-Hicks contractions are irregular and mild and occur throughout the pregnancy.
Breech presentation does not cause urinary frequency and leg cramps.
A urinary tract infection may cause urinary frequency but with burning and would not cause leg cramps.
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