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What hormones are presumed to contribute to excessive vomiting in pregnancy?
What hormones are presumed to contribute to excessive vomiting in pregnancy?
- Estrogen, Progesterone, and Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (correct)
- Estrogen, Melatonin, and Cortisol
- Testosterone, Progesterone, and Insulin
- Thyroxine, Progesterone, and Growth Hormone
Why is it important to test urine for ketones in pregnant women with excessive vomiting?
Why is it important to test urine for ketones in pregnant women with excessive vomiting?
- To diagnose gestational diabetes
- To check if the mother is consuming enough calories (correct)
- To assess the levels of estrogen and progesterone
- To determine if the mother has a urinary tract infection
What is the recommended daily fluid intake for pregnant women experiencing morning sickness?
What is the recommended daily fluid intake for pregnant women experiencing morning sickness?
- At least one gallon of water daily
- At least two liters of water daily
- No specific recommendation provided
- At least eight 8-ounce glasses of liquid daily (correct)
How can mixing solids and liquids affect nausea and vomiting in pregnant women?
How can mixing solids and liquids affect nausea and vomiting in pregnant women?
What is the purpose of diversional activities for pregnant women experiencing nausea and vomiting?
What is the purpose of diversional activities for pregnant women experiencing nausea and vomiting?
Which medication is indicated for the treatment of pregnancy nausea and vomiting as mentioned in the text?
Which medication is indicated for the treatment of pregnancy nausea and vomiting as mentioned in the text?
What is a possible complication of hyperemesis gravidarum?
What is a possible complication of hyperemesis gravidarum?
Which vitamin deficiency is often associated with hyperemesis gravidarum?
Which vitamin deficiency is often associated with hyperemesis gravidarum?
What may happen if hyperemesis gravidarum is not accurately diagnosed and treated?
What may happen if hyperemesis gravidarum is not accurately diagnosed and treated?
In which trimester of pregnancy does hyperemesis gravidarum commonly occur?
In which trimester of pregnancy does hyperemesis gravidarum commonly occur?
What is the most common cause of an ectopic pregnancy?
What is the most common cause of an ectopic pregnancy?
Why might a fertilized egg lead to an ectopic pregnancy?
Why might a fertilized egg lead to an ectopic pregnancy?
