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wenmo · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The healthcare provider is performing an assessment on a pregnant client. The examiner notes a softening in the area being assessed. Which probable sign of pregnancy is being assessed?

1. Goodell sign.
2. Hegar sign.
3. Chadwick sign.
4. Ladin sign.

Question 2

The nurse is performing a pelvic examination on a client who is 20 weeks pregnant and notes a white, odorless discharge from the vagina. Based on this data, which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

1. Ask the client about vaginal discomfort.
2. Inquire about recent sexual intercourse.
3. Obtain a culture of the discharge.
4. Document the findings as normal.

catron30 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Goodell sign refers to the softening of the cervix. Hegar sign refers to the softening of the lower uterine segment. Chadwick sign refers to the change in coloration of the mucous membranes of the female genitalia during pregnancy. Ladin sign refers to the softening of the mid uterus during pregnancy.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
During pregnancy it is normal for vaginal secretions to be increased, white, and odorless, also called leukorrhea. The presence of leucorrhea is normal and does not require a culture or additional subjective information. It is appropriate to document the findings of the nursing assessment.