As the nurse assesses the pregnant client, the client states that she sometimes feels like she has difficulty breathing. The client has reached the 36th week of her pregnancy. Which is the reason that the client is experiencing this phenomenon?

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As the fetus grows and gets bigger in the uterus, it can push the diaphragm upwards and cause difficulty breathing, particularly in the later weeks of pregnancy. This is a common occurrence and is not usually a cause for concern unless it is severe or accompanied by other symptoms. Fatigue, anxiety, and contractions can also be causes of difficulty breathing, but are less likely in this scenario.

As the Nurse Assesses the Pregnant Client, the Client States