A newly pregnant client weighs 75.0 kg and has a body mass index of 28.5. What is the maximum amount of weight in pounds that this client should weigh during the pregnancy?
What will be an ideal response?
190 lb
Explanation: For a client with a BMI between 25.0 and 29.9, the weight gain for the total pregnancy should be between 15 and 25 lb. This client's weight is 75 kg. To determine the maximum amount of weight to gain, first determine the client's weight in pounds by multiplying the weight in kilograms by 2.2, or 75.0 × 2.2 = 165 lb. Then add the maximum amount of weight of 25 lb to this total, or 165 + 25 = 190 lb.
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