ATI LPN
ATI LPN NS 122 Maternity Exam Questions
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A client at 39 weeks of gestation
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A client who is at 39 weeks of gestation tells the nurse, 'It has been hard to take a deep breath throughout the pregnancy, but in the past week, I feel like I can breathe again.' The nurse should recognize that the client is experiencing the effects of which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lightening occurs late in pregnancy when the fetus descends into the pelvis, relieving pressure on the diaphragm and making breathing easier.
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