A client with a body mass index (BMI) of 32 asks the nurse about the potential risks during pregnancy.

The nurse explains that an elevated BMI increases the risk of developing:.

The correct answer is choice D. Teach the woman how to check her blood glucose levels at home.This is because gestational diabetes is a condition where the blood glucose levels are higher than normal during pregnancy, and it can affect the health of the mother and the baby.By checking her blood glucose levels at home, the woman can monitor her condition and adjust her treatment accordingly.

Choice A is wrong because increasing the intake of complex carbohydrates can raise the blood glucose levels and worsen gestational diabetes.Instead, the woman should follow a healthy eating plan that balances carbohydrates with protein and fat.

Choice B is wrong because blood pressure and urine protein levels are not directly related to gestational diabetes.They are more relevant for preeclampsia, a different complication of pregnancy that involves high blood pressure and kidney damage.

Choice C is wrong because limiting physical activity during pregnancy can increase the risk of gestational diabetes and other problems.Physical activity can help lower blood glucose levels, improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels, relieve stress, and prevent excessive weight gain.The woman should aim for 30 minutes of moderate activity at least 5 days a week, unless her doctor advises otherwise.

The correct answer is

C. Type 2 diabetes.

Gestational diabetes (GDM) is a condition where the blood sugar levels are higher than normal during pregnancy.It usually goes away after giving birth, but it can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life.

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body uses glucose (sugar) for energy.It can cause serious complications such as heart disease, kidney damage, nerve damage, eye problems and more.

A. Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, which regulate the metabolism and other body functions.

It can cause symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, depression, dry skin and hair loss.Hypothyroidism is not directly linked to gestational diabetes, but it can affect pregnancy outcomes and increase the risk of miscarriage, preterm birth and low birth weight.

B. Asthma is a condition where the airways become inflamed and narrow, making it hard to breathe.

It can cause symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, chest tightness and shortness of breath.Asthma is not directly linked to gestational diabetes, but it can affect pregnancy outcomes and increase the risk of preterm birth, low birth weight and preeclampsia.

D. Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast tissue.

It can cause symptoms such as a lump in the breast, nipple discharge, skin changes and pain.Breast cancer is not directly linked to gestational diabetes, but it can be influenced by hormonal factors such as estrogen and progesterone levels, which may change during pregnancy and after menopause.