The Process of Labor Places Significant Metabolic Demands on the Obstetric

question 7

Multiple Choice

The process of labor places significant metabolic demands on the obstetric patient. Which physiologic findings would be expected?

• A) Decreased maternal blood pressure as a result of stimulation of alpha receptors
• B) Uterine vasoconstriction as a result of stimulation of beta receptors
• C) Increased maternal demand for oxygen
• D) Increased blood flow to placenta because of catecholamine release

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