During pregnancy, acupressure may be used to treat:
a. Hypertension
b. Varicose veins
c. Nausea and vomiting
d. Carpal tunnel syndrome
ANS: C
During pregnancy, acupressure may be effective in treating nausea, vomiting, and other discomforts of pregnancy. It should not be used with varicose veins and carpal tunnel syndrome.
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