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Normal physiologic changes of pregnancy include which of the following?
 
  a. Airway resistance is increased due to progesterone production.
  b. Increased estrogen causes a loosening of connective tissue and an increase in vaginal secretions.
  c. Maternal blood volume increases 50 to 75.
  d. Increased peristalsis contributes to heartburn and gastric reflux.

Question 2

A nurse is removing sterile gloves after a procedure is completed. Which of the following actions is necessary during this procedure?
 
  a. Keep soiled gloves from touching the client.
  b. Place soiled gloves in a recycling container.
  c. Wash gloved hands before removal.
  d. Remove gloves without coming into contact with soiled surfaces.



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Answer to Question 1

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Musculoskeletal changes also occur. The pregnant client's center of gravity changes, and lordosis causes low backache and a waddling gait. Relaxin causes relaxation of pelvic joints, and an increase in estrogen causes a loosening of connective tissue and an increase in vaginal secretions.

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When removing gloves after a procedure, remove gloves without coming into contact with soiled surfaces, to prevent transmission of microorganisms.




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