In Order to Reassure and Educate Pregnant Clients About Changes

question 22

Multiple Choice

In order to reassure and educate pregnant clients about changes in their breasts,nurses should be aware that:

• A)The visibility of blood vessels that form an intertwining blue network indicates full function of Montgomery's tubercles and possibly infection of the tubercles
• B)The mammary glands do not develop until 2 weeks before labor
• C)Lactation is inhibited until the estrogen level declines after birth
• D)Colostrum is the yellowish oily substance used to lubricate the nipples for breastfeeding

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Definitions:

Circulatory System

The body's system responsible for the transport of blood, nutrients, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and hormones throughout the body.

Lipids

A group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, waxes, sterols, and fat-soluble vitamins, among others, used by the body for energy and making up cell membranes.

Low-Density Lipoprotein

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is a type of cholesterol often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, which can accumulate in the walls of arteries and contribute to heart disease.

High-Density Lipoprotein

A class of lipoprotein that carries cholesterol away from the arteries to the liver for removal; often referred to as "good" cholesterol.