When teaching a pregnant client about the physiologic changes of pregnancy, the nurse reviews the effect of pregnancy on glucose metabolism. Which of the following would the nurse include as the underlying reason for the effect?

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During pregnancy, glucose moves through the placenta to nourish the fetus, which is the primary reason for changes in glucose metabolism. This process can lead to increased maternal insulin resistance to ensure adequate glucose supply to the fetus, impacting glucose metabolism in the mother.

When Teaching a Pregnant Client About the Physiologic Changes of Pregnancy