The Musculoskeletal System Adapts to the Changes That Occur During

question 18

Multiple Choice

The musculoskeletal system adapts to the changes that occur during pregnancy.A woman can expect to experience what change?

• A)Her center of gravity will shift backward.
• B)She will have increased lordosis.
• C)She will have increased abdominal muscle tone.
• D)She will notice decreased mobility of her pelvic joints.

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Definitions:

Symptoms of Dehydration

Signs indicating a lack of adequate fluid in the body, such as thirst, dry skin, and fatigue.

Capillary Filling

Capillary filling, also known as capillary refill time, is a test that measures how long it takes for the color to return to an external capillary bed after pressure is applied, indicating blood circulation efficiency.

Increased Salivation

The excessive production of saliva, which can be caused by various factors including certain medications or mouth infections.

Indwelling Urinary Catheter

A catheter that is inserted into the bladder through the urethra and left in place to facilitate continuous urine drainage.