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What position should women in their second or third trimester of pregnancy avoid when performing exercise?
Suggested Answer: B
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34 comments · newest first
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Lazaro
10 months ago
Totally agree, supine is not safe for later trimesters.
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James
11 months ago
Really? I didn't know supine was that risky!
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Hillary
11 months ago
Supine is a no-go after the first trimester.
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Sang
11 months ago
I thought prone was the one to avoid?
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Sunshine
11 months ago
Definitely avoid the supine position!
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Ozell
12 months ago
I feel like being on their side is actually encouraged, but I can't recall the specifics about supine.
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Gilbert
12 months ago
I practiced a question like this, and I believe supine is correct since it can compress blood vessels.
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Marguerita
12 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about the prone position being risky too.
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Isadora
1 year ago
I think it's the supine position that should be avoided, especially after the first trimester.
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Fabiola
1 year ago
I'm a little confused on this one. I'll have to review the material again before deciding.
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Lavonda
1 year ago
I remember learning about this in class. The correct answer is B. Supine, to prevent reduced blood flow.
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Dannette
1 year ago
The key is to avoid positions that put pressure on the abdomen, so I'm going to go with B. Supine.
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Derick
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully before answering.
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Skye
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is B. Supine, since that position can restrict blood flow to the fetus.
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Mignon
1 year ago
Whoa, this is a tricky one. Pregnant women shouldn't be doing the 'Downward Dog' yoga pose - that's for sure!
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Roxane
1 year ago
C) On their side is the way to go. Gotta keep that baby happy and healthy during the workout!
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Ahmed
1 year ago
C) On their side is the safest position for pregnant women to exercise in.
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Merissa
1 year ago
B) Supine position can restrict blood flow to the baby, so it's best to avoid that.
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Madonna
1 year ago
A) Prone is definitely not recommended for pregnant women in their second or third trimester.
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Mauricio
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm torn between A) Prone and B) Supine. Pregnancy is no time for doing the 'dead bug' exercise!
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Darrin
1 year ago
Bev: Definitely, better to be safe than sorry when it comes to exercise during pregnancy.
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Bev
1 year ago
User 2: I agree, it's important to avoid that position during pregnancy.
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Fausto
1 year ago
User 1: I think it's B) Supine, lying on your back can reduce blood flow to the baby.
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Tammara
1 year ago
D) On all fours (hands and knees) seems like the best option. It keeps the pregnant woman's weight off her back and allows for proper alignment.
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Buddy
1 year ago
D) On all fours (hands and knees) is a good choice to relieve pressure on the back.
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Josephine
1 year ago
C) Exercising on their side is a safe option for pregnant women.
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Raina
1 year ago
B) Supine position should be avoided as it can restrict blood flow to the baby.
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Rachael
1 year ago
A) Prone is not recommended for pregnant women in their second or third trimester.
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Gail
1 year ago
I think the answer is B) Supine. Lying on your back during pregnancy can cause the uterus to compress the vena cava, reducing blood flow.
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Pamella
1 year ago
Yes, it's important to avoid the supine position to prevent any complications.
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Claribel
1 year ago
I agree, lying on your back can be dangerous during pregnancy.
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Velda
2 years ago
I believe the safest position for pregnant women is on their side.
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Shonda
2 years ago
I agree with Terrilyn, lying on your back can reduce blood flow to the baby.
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Terrilyn
2 years ago
I think women should avoid the supine position.