A pregnant woman is at 38 weeks of gestation. She wants to know if there are signs that indicate "labor is getting closer to starting.". The nurse informs the woman that which of the following is a sign that labor may begin soon?
1. Weight gain of 1.5 to 2 kg (3 to 4 lb)
2. Increase in fundal height
3. Urinary retention
4. Surge of energy
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1. Incorrect. The woman may lose 0.5 to 1.5 kg in weight, caused by water loss resulting from electrolyte shifts that in turn are produced by changes in estrogen and progesterone le-vels.
2. Incorrect. When the fetus descends into the true pelvis (called lightening), the fundal height may decrease.
3. Incorrect. There may be a return of urinary frequency preceding labor.
4. Correct. Women speak of having a burst of energy prior to labor.
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