The perinatal nurse recommends muscle-strengthening exercises to a woman who is pregnant for the first time. The woman states that she does not want to be "muscle-bound and masculine." What response by the nurse is best?
A.
"As long as you use lighter weights, you won't get muscle-bound."
B.
"OK, what do you think about swimming for exercise then?"
C.
"Strengthening muscles will decrease risks of ligament and joint injury."
D.
"Stronger muscles will make the labor process much easier on you."
ANS: C
Muscle strengthening benefits the woman as she copes with the physical changes of pregnancy, which include weight gain and postural changes. Muscle-strengthening exercises also help to decrease the risk of ligament and joint injury. The other options do not explain this information, making it much less likely she will participate in these exercises.
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