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What is the cause of the nurse's explanation if a pregnant client states that she “waddles” when she walks?

Asked by Santepro, Last updated: Aug 07, 2024

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Answered Aug 02, 2018

Relaxation of the pelvic joints

During pregnancy. hormonal changes cause relaxation of the pelvic joints. resulting in the typical waddling gait.Option A: Changes in posture are related to the growing fetus.Option B: Pressure on the surrounding muscles causing discomfort is due to the growing uterus.Option D: Weight gain has no effect on gait.
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