The Changes in Maternal Physiology Affect All Parts of the Body.Which

question 40

Multiple Choice

The changes in maternal physiology affect all parts of the body.Which of the following would NOT be a normal change in a woman's gastrointestinal tract during pregnancy?

• A)Decreased gastric and intestinal transit time
• B)Relaxed gastrointestinal tract muscle tone
• C)Heartburn
• D)Constipation
• E)Nausea

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