After teaching a pregnant client about the effects of smoking on pregnancy, the nurse knows that the client needs further education when she makes which statement?

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The statement "I am at increased risk for preeclampsia" indicates a need for further education because smoking during pregnancy is not directly linked to an increased risk of preeclampsia. Smoking is, however, associated with other risks such as preterm birth, placenta previa, and abruptio placentae.

After Teaching a Pregnant Client About the Effects of Smoking