A nurse is teaching a class about the effects of nutrition on fetal growth and development. A pregnant patient asks the nurse how much weight should normally be gained over the pregnancy. Which information should the nurse share with the patient?
A) About 10 to 20 pounds
B) About 15 to 25 pounds
C) About 20 to 30 pounds
D) About 25 to 35 pounds

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The diet of a woman both before and during pregnancy has a significant effect on fetal development. For women who are at normal weight for height, the recommended weight gain is 25 to 35 pounds over three trimesters. Weight gains of 10 to 20, 15 to 25, and 20 to 30 pounds are too low.

A Nurse Is Teaching a Class About the Effects of Nutrition