Which Gastrointestinal Alteration of Pregnancy Is a Normal Finding

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which gastrointestinal alteration of pregnancy is a normal finding?

• A) Insufficient salivation (ptyalism)is caused by increases in estrogen.
• B) Acid indigestion (pyrosis)begins early but declines throughout pregnancy.
• C) Hyperthyroidism often develops (temporarily)because hormone production increases.
• D) Nausea and vomiting rarely have harmful effects on the fetus and may be beneficial.

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