PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN

PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN ( 57 Questions)

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a pre-pregnancy BMI of 21. How much weight should the nurse recommend the client gain during the course of the pregnancy?



Correct Answer: D

16.4 to 20.5 kg (36 to 45 lb): This range of weight gain is higher than the recommended amount for a client with a pre-pregnancy BMI of 21. It is more appropriate for individuals with a lower BMI.

5 to 7.7 kg (11 to 17 lb): This range of weight gain is lower than the recommended amount for a client with a pre-pregnancy BMI of 21. It is more appropriate for individuals with a higher BMI.

11.4 to 15.9 kg (25 to 35 lb): This range of weight gain is higher than the recommended amount for a client with a pre-pregnancy BMI of 21. It is more appropriate for individuals with a lower BMI.

8.2 to 10.9 kg (18 to 24 lb): This range of weight gain falls within the recommended guidelines for a client with a pre-pregnancy BMI of 21. It is the most appropriate choice for this specific client.




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