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OB Exam 1 - Maternal Physiologic Changes in Pregnancy(100% Guaranteed)
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--10February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- At how many weeks gestation does the *first trimester* end? correct answers The 1st trimester is through *13 completed weeks and 6 days of gestation* 
 
At how many weeks gestation does the *second trimester* end? correct answers 2nd trimester is *14 weeks through 27 week and 6 days gestation* 
 
At how many weeks gestation does the *third trimester* occur? correct answers 3rd trimester occurs from *28 weeks through 40 weeks (0 days) of completed gestation 
 
In what body system do the *earliest...
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Physiologic changes to body during pregnancy(100% Correct answers)
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---10February 20262025/2026A+
- Many changes occur to: correct answers 1) meet the oxygen and nutrient needs of the fetus (baby needs oxygen and nutrients through mom is her body needs to adapt to baby's needs) 
2) meet the mother's metabolic needs (to support what the baby needs) 
 
How much does the uterus grow? correct answers 2.5 ounces to >2 pounds 
hyperplasia (increase in cell production) 
hypertrophy (increase in cell size) of muscle fibers 
 
Why do the uterine muscles need to grow larger? correct answers Mus...
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NSG320 - OB - Ch. 18 (Perry) - Maternal Physiologic Changes(Complete solutions)
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--5February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- AFTERPAINS correct answers Periodic relaxation and vigorous contractions are more common in subsequent pregnancies and may cause uncomfortable cramping called afterpains (afterbirth pains), which typically resolve in 3 to 7 days. (Perry 484) 
 
Perry, Shannon, Marilyn Hockenberry, Deitra Lowdermilk, David Wilson. Maternal Child Nursing Care, 5th Edition. Mosby, 092013. VitalBook file. 
 
PUERPERIUM OR FOURTH TRIMESTER OF PREGNANCY correct answers The postpartum period is the interval between the...
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Chapter 21 Maternal Physiological Changes (Postpartum) || with Accurate answers.
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--3February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- Postpartum period correct answers the interval between the birth of the newborn and the return of the reproductive organs to their normal nonpregnant state. 
 
Also known as the puerperium or the fourth trimester. 
 
last approx. 6 weeks of pregnancy 
 
Involution correct answers uterus returning to non-pregnant state following birth. process begins immediately after expulsion of the placenta with contraction of the uterine smooth muscle. 
 
involution progresses rapidly during the first few ...
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Chapter 18: Maternal Physiologic Changes Perry OB Exam 1 Questions(All correctly answered)
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--12February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- A woman gave birth to an infant boy 10 hours ago. Where would the nurse expect to locate this woman's fundus? 
 
a. 
 
One centimeter above the umbilicus 
 
b. 
 
Two centimeters below the umbilicus 
 
c. 
 
Midway between the umbilicus and the symphysis pubis 
 
d. 
 
Nonpalpable abdominally correct answers A 
 
Which woman is most likely to experience strong afterpains? 
 
a. 
 
A woman who experienced oligohydramnios 
 
b. 
 
A woman who is a gravida 4, para 4-0-0-4 
 
c. 
 
A woman who is...
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Chapter 18 - Maternal Physiologic Change EAQs(All answered)
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--9February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- A pregnant patient complains to the nurse about periodic numbness, tingling of fingers, and the inability to lift and carry any object. What patient clinical condition does the nurse interpret from this assessment? correct answers Carpal tunnel syndrome 
 
Fluid retention and swelling are common during pregnancy and increase the pressure in the narrow and inflexible space in the hand, compressing the median nerve that runs through the hand. This results in numbness, tingling of fingers, and the ...
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NSG-432 Maternal Physiologic Changes- Care of PostPartum Family(with Errorless answers)
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--9February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- Involution correct answers - Uterus contraction after placenta is out 
- Return of the uterus to a non-pregnant state after birth 
 
- End of third stage, fundus is midline & 2 cm BELOW the umbilicus, weight approximately 1000 gm 
 
- Within 12 hours the fundus is ABOVE 1 cm above the umbilicus 
 
- The Pitocin given helps the uterus contract (prevent hemorrhage) When there is a decrease of the Pitocin it will relax and rise back up 
 
- In 24 hours, uterus size of 20 week gestation - Returns ...
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Perry: Ch 18 Maternal Physiologic Changes(with solved solutions)
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--9February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- A patient who gave birth 4 days ago reports that her vaginal discharge has an offensive odor. What patient clinical condition does the nurse infer from this? 
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Infection 
2 
High oxytocin levels 
3 
Postpartum hemorrhage 
4 
Normal lochial discharge correct answers Infection 
 
What amount of blood loss is considered normal in a patient who has undergone a vaginal delivery? 
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100 mL 
2 
400 mL 
3 
700 mL 
4 
1000 mL correct answers 400 mL 
 
The nurse is caring for a pregnant woman who has l...
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Maternal Physiologic Changes sherpath(All Accurately solved)
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--4February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- Which physiologic change is associated with a rise in human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) levels during pregnancy? 
 
A.Fatigue 
 
B. Nasal congestion 
 
C. Breast tenderness 
 
D. Nausea and vomiting correct answers CORRECT 
D. Nausea and vomiting 
 
Nausea and vomiting are associated with increased hCG levels and periodic hypoglycemia. 
 
Which are considered probable signs of pregnancy? 
Select all that apply. 
 
A. Quickening 
 
B. Nausea and vomiting 
 
C. Abdominal distension 
 
D. Compress...
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Maternal Chapter 21: Maternal Physiological Changes(100% Error-free answers)
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--6February 20262025/2026A+Available in bundle
- A woman gave birth to an infant boy 12 hours ago. Where would the nurse expect to locate this woman's fundus? 
a. One centimetre above the umbilicus 
b. Two centimetres below the umbilicus 
c. Midway between the umbilicus and the symphysis pubis 
d. Nonpalpable abdominally correct answers ANS: A 
The fundus descends about 1 to 2 cm every 24 hours. Within 12 hours after delivery the fundus may be approximately 1 cm above the umbilicus. By the sixth postpartum week the fundus normally is halfwa...
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