Author Question: After the examination is completed, the patient asks the nurse why Chadwick's sign occurs during ... (Read 90 times)

ishan · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

After the examination is completed, the patient asks the nurse why Chadwick's sign occurs during pregnancy. What would the nurse explain as the cause of Chadwick's sign?

a. Enlargement of the uterus
b. Progesterone action on the breasts
c. Increasing activity of the fetus
d. Vascular congestion in the pelvic area

Question 2

A woman calls her health care provider to schedule prenatal visits in an uncomplicated pregnancy. How frequently will the nurse assist the patient to schedule these appointments?

a. Every 3 weeks until the 6th month, then every 2 weeks until delivery
b. Every 4 weeks until the 7th month, after which appointments will become more frequent
c. Monthly until the 8th month
d. Every 2 to 3 weeks for the entire pregnancy

Mollythedog · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Chadwick's sign is caused by increased vascular congestion in the cervical and vaginal area.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Monthly visits are scheduled up to 28 weeks, and then visits increase to every 2 to 3 weeks through 36 weeks. From 36 weeks until delivery, visits are weekly.