The nursing instructor is reviewing a plan of care formulated by a nursing student who is preparing to instruct a pregnant client in performing Kegel exercises. The nursing instructor asks the student the purpose of the Kegel exercises. Which of the following responses, made by the student, indicates an understanding of the purpose of these types of exercises? a. It is the thinning of the lower uterine segment.
b. It is the fetal movement that is felt by the mother.
c. It is irregular painless contractions that occur throughout pregnancy.
d. It is the soft blowing sound that can be heard when the uterus is auscultated.

4. "The exercises will help strengthen the pelvic floor in preparation for delivery."

5. "The exercises will help strengthen the muscles that support the bladder and urethra."

Explanation:

Kegels are very important for women whether pregnant or not but they are especially important when it comes to pregnancy. Kegels enable the strengthening of the pelvic floor which will be very necessary when delivery is taking place because these muscles will be stretched.

Kegels also help strengthen muscles that support the bladder and urethra so that the woman is able to control body functions better.

The options presented are for a question asking about the process of quickening. The answer to this is option b as it is the fetal movement felt by the mother.