When is it most important for the nurse to assess a pregnant client's deep tendon reflexes (DTRs)?

A. When the client has ankle edema Ankle edema may indicate fluid retention, which is common during pregnancy but is not directly related to the assessment of deep tendon reflexes (DTRs). B. Within the first trimester of pregnancy: Assessing DTRs within the first trimester of pregnancy is not specifically indicated unless there are other signs or symptoms of concern. C. If the client has an elevated blood pressure: Assessment of DTRs is particularly important if the client has an elevated blood pressure, as it may indicate preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication characterized by hypertension and proteinuria. D. During admission to labor and delivery: While assessment of DTRs may be included in the admission assessment to labor and delivery, it is particularly important to assess DTRs if the client has an elevated blood pressure, as it may indicate preeclampsia.