Vignette #1 Maya and Bob Have Been Married for 5

question 85

Multiple Choice

Vignette #1 Maya and Bob have been married for 5 years, have graduated from college, and have decided to start a family. Maya's mother gives her a book, How to Have a Successful Pregnancy . Bob and Maya are eager to start reading the book and give their baby the best start in life possible. Let's see how much you already know by answering the following questions.
Finally, Maya is pregnant and during one of her prenatal appointments the doctor tells her that her blood pressure is elevated. She tells Maya that some of the symptoms she is experiencing are indications that she may be developing preeclampsia. What else does Maya's doctor tell her about this condition?

• A) Symptoms may include nausea upon getting up in the morning.
• B) Excess protein in the urine is detected.
• C) Sudden weight loss (1 lb/day) occurs.
• D) High blood sugar is revealed by blood tests.
• E) Occasional headaches occur with this condition.

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