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                     −  Advise the woman to rest with feet elevated.
                     −  Advise the woman not to cross the legs when sitting.

                 D) Hemorrhoids:

























                   •  Causes:

                     −  Pressure on the pelvic veins by the enlarging uterus , which interferes with

                         venous circulation .

                     −  Increased pressure  secondary to constipation.


                   •  Nursing Management


                     −  Advise the woman to avoid constipation and straining with a bowel movement.

                     −  Encourage the use of a witch hazel compress.

                     −  Caution her against prolonged standing


                 E) Constipation:


                   •  Causes:

                     −  Decreased intestinal peristalsis.


                     −  Displacement of the intestines from a gravid uterus.

                     −  Insufficient fluid  intake.


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