NUR 2421 maternity nursing Study Guide Exam 3 Pregnancy chapters 12-19|LATEST UPDATE

NUR 2421 maternity nursing Study Guide Exam 3 Pregnancy chapters 12-19 .....................Probable: Goodell’s sign (softening of the cervix), Chadwick’s sign (bluish vaginal tissue), Hegar’s sign- lower uterine segment (alsoconsidered softening of the cervix), Ballottement, Positive pregnancy test 4. Positive Signs of Pregnancy: Fetal heart tones, Fetal movement, Ultrasound 5. Integumentary changes: Spider angiomas and palmar erythema, Hyperpigmentation: Linea nigra, Chloasma; Striae gravidarum, Vascular Spider Nevi, Sebaceous glands, Hair/ Nails 6. Danger Signs: Persistent vomiting, Vaginal bleeding, Edema of face/hands, Temperature 101°F, Chills and fever, Persistent abdominal pain, epigastric pain. Dysuria, Intermittent back pain, pelvic pressure. Visual changes, Changes in fetal movement. Risk factors: Teratogens, Toxicity, Exposure to pesticides/herbicides, Heavy metals, Occupational risks, Medications, Alcohol, Tobacco, Illicit drugs 7. Weight gain and............CONTINUED*