A patient at 32 weeks of gestation reports that she has severe lower back pain.The nurse's assessment should include

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Correct posture and body mechanics can reduce lower back pain caused by increasing lordosis.Pregnancy should not cause alterations in the spine.Any assessment for malformation should be done early in the pregnancy.Exercise and sleep are not as important to assess as are posture and body mechanics,which can contribute to the pain.

A Patient at 32 Weeks of Gestation Reports That She