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pane00

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Redness of the skin is known as erythema.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

When a pregnant woman develops preeclampsia, she shows ________.
 
  A) weight loss, excessive thirst, glycosuria
  B) abdominal pain, excessive bouts of vomiting, constipation
  C) increased blood pressure, weight gain, protein in the urine
  D) abdominal swelling, dysuria, uterine bleeding



jamesnevil303

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Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) These are the signs of gestational diabetes mellitus, not preeclampsia.
B) These are not the signs of preeclampsia.
C) Correct This disorder involves increased blood pressure, weight gain, and protein in the urine.
D) These are not the signs of preeclampsia.



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