What information should the nurse plan to teach a pregnant woman regarding safety in the third trimester?
A.
Don't drive after dark.
B.
Exercise to maintain good posture.
C.
Use handrails when using the stairs.
D.
Wear supportive shoes.
ANS: C
Pregnant women experience laxity of the ligaments, separation of the pubis symphysis, and changes in their center of gravity, which places them at risk for falling. The most immediate action the woman can take is to use caution when negotiating stairs. Exercise can help with toning abdominal muscles and can reduce some of the symptoms of these changes, but results take time. Wearing supportive shoes and avoiding driving after dark are not related.
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