Which of the Following Is a Characteristic Associated with Adolescent

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic associated with adolescent pregnancy?

• A)The recommended weight gain is approximately 35 lbs
• B)The incidence of stillbirths and preterm births is 5-10% lower compared with adult women
• C)The incidence of pregnancy-induced hypertension is 5-10% lower compared with older women
• D)The time in labor is usually shorter than for older women because there are fewer overweight teenagers

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