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The developmental task of the first trimester of pregnancy is - ANSWERS: movement from conflict and ambivalence to acceptance. During pregnancy, maternal hepatic glucose and pancreatic insulin prod... uction increase to meet the metabolic demands of both the mother and fetus. Therefore, pregnancy is generally characterized by - ANSWERS: post prandial hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia Which of the following coagulation factors does not increase during pregnancy? ANSWERS: platelets Caroline is admitted for observation with signs of preeclampsia. The physician orders a urine test for protein. You recognize that the accuracy of urine specimen collection can be enhanced by - ANSWERS: sending a 24-hour urine collection instead of a single sample to accommodate diurnal fluctuations in urine flow. Profound reproductive and endocrine changes occur throughout pregnancy. Which of the following statements is true about progesterone? ANSWERS: Progesterone supports and maintains implantation of the developing embryo in early pregnancy. During the 2nd trimester of pregnancy, a woman may choose to have a serum alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) level drawn. An AFP is a screening tool for which - ANSWERS: a low level may be associated with Down's syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities. As pregnancy progresses, the effect of hormones produced by the placenta results in a decrease in the mother's ability to use insulin, Which of the following is also an effect of maternal hormones during pregnancy? [Show More]

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