Which of the Following Findings Is Considered Normal and Expected

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following findings is considered normal and expected when the nurse is performing a physical examination on a pregnant woman?

• A)A palpable,full thyroid
• B)Spontaneously bleeding gingiva
• C)Significant,diffuse enlargement of the thyroid
• D)Pale,hypertrophied mucous membranes of the mouth

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Definitions:

Hematocrit

The ratio of the volume of red blood cells to the total volume of blood, often measured as a percentage and used to diagnose and monitor various health conditions.

Intravascular Fluid

Refers to the fluid within blood vessels, consisting primarily of plasma, which is the liquid component of blood.

Transcellular Fluid

Fluid found within specific compartments of the body, such as cerebrospinal, pleural, peritoneal, and synovial fluids, separated by epithelial or endothelial barriers.

Complete Blood Count

A laboratory test that measures the levels of different components of blood, including red and white blood cells, and platelets.