The Nurse Understands That a Client's Pregnancy Is Progressing Normally

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse understands that a client's pregnancy is progressing normally when which of the following physiologic changes are documented on the prenatal record of a woman at 36 weeks' gestation? Select all that apply

• A)The joints of the pelvis have relaxed,causing a waddling gait.
• B)The cervix is firm and purplish-blue in color.
• C)The uterus vasculature contains one-sixth of the total maternal blood volume.
• D)Gastric emptying time is prolonged,and the client complains of constipation and bloating.
• E)Supine hypotension,creating dizziness,occurs when the client lies on her back.