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LESSON 7
PERSONAL HYGIENE AND CARE DURING PREGNANCY

Introduction

Your knowledge about personal hygiene and care of the pregnant patient will help to make her feel comfortable with her own body and less anxious about the effects of external substances on her developing fetus. Some modifications of certain activities may be required. This lesson will cover health concepts, which should be taught to the pregnant patient so that she may be able to enjoy her pregnancy to the fullest while still providing care for a healthy baby.

LESSON OBJECTIVES
After completing this lesson, you should be able to:

7-1. Identify personal hygiene considerations needed during pregnancy.

7-2. Identify activity modifications needed as a result of pregnancy.

7-3. Identify descriptive statements referring to the purpose and factors, which determine the type and amount of exercises performed by the pregnant woman.

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