A pregnant woman in the perinatal clinic is a recovering anorexic.She is distressed at the emphasis on weight gain.The nurse explains that the most important reason for evaluating the pattern of weight gain in pregnancy is to

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Deviations from the recommended pattern of weight gain may indicate nutritional problems or developing complications.The nurse should assure this patient that monitoring weight gain is a routine part of prenatal care to ensure the baby's well-being.Preventing adipose tissue deposits is not the reason for monitoring weight gain.Determining cultural influences on diet and weight gain is important but not the most important reason.

A Pregnant Woman in the Perinatal Clinic Is a Recovering