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Question: Weight gain should be monitored during pregnancy. For a pregnant woman whose BMI is 18.5 - 24.9, the total weight gain should be: 11-20 pounds.15-25 pounds.25-35 pounds Correct28-40 pounds. Explanation: Weight gain should be closely monitored during pregnancy, as both excessive and inadequate weight gain are associated with poor birth outcomes. The pregnant woman who has a BMI of <18.5, should gain 28 - 40 pounds; BMI 18.5-24.9 should gain 25 - 35 pounds; BMI 25-29.9 shoul...