The primiparous 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) "Come in for an appointment today and we will check everything out."
B) "Unless you have pain with urination, we do not need to worry about it."
C) "This might indicate that the baby is no longer in a head down position."
D) "These symptoms usually mean the baby's head has descended further."

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These symptoms are indicative of the baby's head descending further into the pelvis, which is a common occurrence as labor approaches. This descent can cause increased pressure on the bladder, leading to symptoms such as increased pelvic pressure and urinary frequency.

The Primiparous Client at 40 Weeks' Gestation Reports to the Nurse