Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
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Client who is at 39 weeks of gestationA nurse is reinforcing teaching about signs preceding the onset of labor with a client who is at 39 weeks of gestation. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct answer
A surge of energy, or nesting instinct, is a common sign of impending labor. Weight gain, decreased discharge, or urinary retention are not typical precursors to labor.