Which comment made by a patient in her first trimester indicates ambivalent feelings?
A) "My body is changing so quickly."
B) "I haven't felt well since this pregnancy began."
C) "I'm concerned about the amount of weight I've gained."
D) "I wanted to become pregnant, but I'm scared about being a mother."

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Ambivalence refers to conflicting feelings. Expressing a concern about being a mother indicates possible ambivalent feelings. Not feeling well since the pregnancy began does not reflect conflicting feelings. The woman is trying to confirm the pregnancy when she is stating the rapid changes to her body. She is not expressing conflicting feelings. By expressing concerns over gaining weight, which is normal, the woman is trying to confirm the pregnancy.

Which Comment Made by a Patient in Her First Trimester