A client complains that during her first months of pregnancy,"It seems like I have to go to the bathroom every five minutes." The nurse relates to the client that this is because:

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The growing uterus puts pressure on the bladder, which causes the need to urinate more frequently. This is a common symptom experienced during pregnancy. While a urinary tract infection can cause frequent urination, it is not the most likely cause in this situation. Bladder capacity does not generally increase during pregnancy, and while some women may be more in tune with their body's changes, it is not the main reason for frequent urination during pregnancy.

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