The client at 40 weeks' gestation reports to the nurse that she has had increased pelvic pressure and increased urinary frequency. Which response by the nurse is best?
A) "Unless you have pain with urination, we don't need to worry about it."
B) "These symptoms usually mean the baby's head has descended further."
C) "Come in for an appointment today and we'll check everything out."
D) "This might indicate that the baby is no longer in a head-down position."

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These symptoms are common signs that the baby's head has descended further into the pelvis, indicating progression towards labor. This descent can increase pressure on the bladder, leading to increased urinary frequency, and on the pelvis, causing increased pelvic pressure.

The Client at 40 Weeks' Gestation Reports to the Nurse