A 27-year-old primigravida at 8 weeks of gestation attends the GP for booking. She asks about the recommended amount of physical activity during pregn...

Question

A 27-year-old primigravida at 8 weeks of gestation attends the GP for booking. She asks about the recommended amount of physical activity during pregnancy. According to NICE NG201, which is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

She should be advised to continue or start moderate-intensity physical activity for at least 150 minutes per week, avoiding activities with a risk of falls or abdominal trauma

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All exercise should be avoided in the first trimester

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Only swimming is safe in pregnancy

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Exercise should be limited to 30 minutes per week

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High-intensity exercise is recommended to prevent gestational diabetes

uk-drcog MCQ (SBA): Exercise Recommendations in Pregnancy

A 27-year-old primigravida at 8 weeks of gestation attends the GP for booking. She asks about the recommended amount of physical activity during pregnancy. According to NICE NG201, which is the most appropriate advice?