The nurse is discussing weight gain with a group of pregnant women at the clinic. One woman is very thin, and her prepregnancy weight falls below the normal weight range for her height. What is her recommended weight gain during her pregnancy?

A) 40 to 50 pounds C) 28 to 40 pounds
B) 30 to 50 pounds D) 20 to 30 pounds


C
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Women with a BMI less than 18.5 are recommended to gain 28 to 40 pounds during their pregnancy.

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