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The Nurse Is Teaching a Client, Gravida 1 Para 0

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The nurse is teaching a client, gravida 1 para 0, at 8 weeks gestation about expected weight gain during pregnancy.  The client's prepregnancy BMI is 21 kg/m2.  Which statement by the client indicates an appropriate understanding about weight gain?


A) "I should gain 10-15 lb (4.5-6.8 kg) during the first trimester."
B) "I should gain a total of about 30 lb (13.6 kg) during my pregnancy."
C) "I should gain no more than 0.5 lb (0.2 kg) per week during the third trimester."
D) "If I gain <20 lb (9.1 kg) during pregnancy, it will be easier to lose weight postpartum."

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