The nurse is reviewing with a pregnant client the skin changes that she might experience during gestation. What should the nurse include in this discussion? Select all that apply.

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A) Linea nigra is a dark vertical line that appears on the abdomen during pregnancy.
B) Spider nevi are small, spider-like blood vessels that may appear on the face, chest, or arms during pregnancy.
C) Psoriatic lesions are not common during pregnancy.
D) Striae gravidarum, also known as stretch marks, are common during pregnancy due to rapid changes in weight and hormonal changes.
E) Melasma gravidarum, also known as the "mask of pregnancy," is a darkening of the skin on the face due to hormonal changes during pregnancy.

The Nurse Is Reviewing with a Pregnant Client the Skin