The nursing instructor is reviewing a plan of care formulated by a nursing student who is preparing ...

The nursing instructor is reviewing a plan of care formulated by a nursing student who is preparing to instruct a pregnant client in performing Kegel exercises. The nursing instructor asks the student the purpose of the Kegel exercises.
 
  Which of the following responses, made by the student, indicates an understanding of the purpose of these types of exercises? 1. The exercises will help reduce backaches.
  2. The exercises will help prevent ankle edema.
  3. The exercises will help prevent urinary tract infections.
  4. The exercises will help strengthen the pelvic floor in preparation for delivery.