The Spouse Is Concerned That the Client in Labor Will

question 11

Multiple Choice

The spouse is concerned that the client in labor will be hungry since the last time any food was eaten was several hours ago. What should the nurse explain as effects of the labor process on the client's gastrointestinal system? Select all that apply.

• A) Reduced gastric motility
• B) Increased gastric volume
• C) Increased gastric motility
• D) Reduced absorption of food
• E) Prolonged gastric emptying time

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Definitions:

Sex Hormones

Biological compounds that play crucial roles in sexual development, reproduction, and secondary sexual characteristics in various organisms.

Castration

The removal of the testicles in males or ovaries in females; often leads to sterility and can have significant hormonal effects.

Testosterone

A steroid hormone that plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues as well as promoting secondary sexual characteristics such as increased muscle and bone mass.

Ovulation

The release of an egg from one of a female's ovaries.