A 33-year-old female client in her first trimester of pregnancy complains to the nurse on her prenatal visit that she is needs to urinate more frequently and is concerned about having a urinary tract infection.Which of the following statements would be most appropriate for the nurse to make?

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In a pregnant woman the developing fetus pushes against the bladder,reducing the bladder's capacity and causing a feeling of fullness.This effect is more likely to occur in the first and third trimesters.Since the client expressed concern regarding a UTI,the nurse should make further assessments to explore that possibility.

A 33-Year-Old Female Client in Her First Trimester of Pregnancy