PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN
PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN ( 57 Questions)
A nurse in a prenatal clinic is reinforcing teaching with a client about expected physiological changes during pregnancy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
A dark line in the middle of the abdomen (linea nigra. is a normal pigment change during pregnancy and is not indicative of an infection.
Hormonal changes during pregnancy can lead to increased pigmentation, often called "mask of pregnancy" or chloasma. This can cause discoloration on the cheeks.
Swelling of fingers and face (edema. can occur during pregnancy due to fluid retention, but it is not universal for all pregnant individuals.
Burning during urination is more indicative of a urinary tract infection and should be reported to a healthcare provider.
A: A dark line in the middle of the abdomen (linea nigra. is a normal pigment change during pregnancy and is not indicative of an infection.
B: Hormonal changes during pregnancy can lead to increased pigmentation, often called "mask of pregnancy" or chloasma. This can cause discoloration on the cheeks.
C: Swelling of fingers and face (edema. can occur during pregnancy due to fluid retention, but it is not universal for all pregnant individuals.
D: Burning during urination is more indicative of a urinary tract infection and should be reported to a healthcare provider.