Author Question: When examining the face of a woman who is 28 weeks' pregnant, the nurse notices the presence of a ... (Read 202 times)

MGLQZ · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

When examining the face of a woman who is 28 weeks' pregnant, the nurse notices the presence of a butterfly-shaped increase in pigmentation on the face. The proper term for this finding in the documentation is:

a. Striae.
b. Chloasma. c.
Linea nigra. d.
Mask of pregnancy.

Question 2

Which finding is considered normal and expected when the nurse is performing a physical examination on a pregnant woman?

a. Palpable, full thyroid
b. Edema in one lower leg
c. Significant diffuse enlargement of the thyroid
d. Pale mucous membranes of the mouth

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

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Chloasma is a butterfly-shaped increase in pigmentation on the face. It is known as the mask of pregnancy, but when documenting, the nurse should use the correct medical term, chloasma. Striae is the term for stretch marks. The linea nigra is a hyperpigmented line that begins at the sternal notch and extends down the abdomen through the umbilicus to the pubis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The thyroid may be palpable during pregnancy. It should feel full, but smooth. Significant diffuse enlargement occurs with hyperthyroidism, thyroiditis, and hypothyroidism. Pale mucous membranes may indicate anemia. Bilateral lower extremity edema is common in pregnancy, but edema with pain in only one leg occurs with deep vein thrombosis.