The Fetus Gains About 2 Pounds in the Third Trimester

question 17

True/False

The fetus gains about 2 pounds in the third trimester.

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Definitions:

Menopause

The time in a woman's life, typically between 45 and 55 years of age, when menstrual periods permanently cease, marking the end of reproductive ability.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of the body's arteries, measured in systolic over diastolic pressure.

Arterial Oxygen Saturation

A measure of the amount of oxygen bound to hemoglobin in the blood, indicating the efficiency of oxygen transport.

Pulse Oximetry

A non-invasive method used to measure the oxygen saturation level of the blood, indicating how well oxygen is being sent to parts of the body furthest from the heart.