A client in the third trimester of pregnancy reports frequent leg cramps. What strategy would be most appropriate for the nurse to suggest?

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Flexing the foot to stretch the calf muscle can help alleviate leg cramps in pregnancy. Limiting activity may not be feasible or necessary for all pregnant clients, pointing the toes can actually worsen cramps, and increasing protein intake may not be directly related to relieving leg cramps.

A Client in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy Reports Frequent