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During pregnancy, the volume of plasma in the blood
During pregnancy, the volume of plasma in the blood
- decreases
- remains the same
- increases (correct)
- fluctuates
Which of the following is a physiological change in the circulatory system during pregnancy?
Which of the following is a physiological change in the circulatory system during pregnancy?
- Cardiac hypertrophy (correct)
- Decreased heart rate
- Decreased cardiac output
- Decreased blood volume
During pregnancy, maternal oxygen requirements increase due to
During pregnancy, maternal oxygen requirements increase due to
- Decreased tissue mass in the uterus and breast
- Decreased need for respiration
- Increased basal metabolic rate and tissue mass in the uterus and breast (correct)
- Decreased basal metabolic rate
Which of the following is true about renal function during pregnancy?
Which of the following is true about renal function during pregnancy?
Which of the following best describes pregnancy?
Which of the following best describes pregnancy?
During pregnancy, what happens to the volume of plasma in the blood?
During pregnancy, what happens to the volume of plasma in the blood?
What is the reason for the slight cardiac hypertrophy or dilation during pregnancy?
What is the reason for the slight cardiac hypertrophy or dilation during pregnancy?
Which type of breathing replaces abdominal breathing during pregnancy?
Which type of breathing replaces abdominal breathing during pregnancy?
What happens to the blood flow through the kidney during pregnancy?
What happens to the blood flow through the kidney during pregnancy?
What is the purpose of the increased maternal oxygen requirements during pregnancy?
What is the purpose of the increased maternal oxygen requirements during pregnancy?
Flashcards
Plasma Volume in Pregnancy
Plasma Volume in Pregnancy
The volume of blood plasma in the body increases by around 50% during pregnancy.
Cardiac Hypertrophy in Pregnancy
Cardiac Hypertrophy in Pregnancy
The heart grows slightly larger during pregnancy due to the increase in blood volume.
Increased Oxygen Needs in Pregnancy
Increased Oxygen Needs in Pregnancy
The body's metabolic rate increases due to the growth of the uterus and breasts.
Renal Function in Pregnancy
Renal Function in Pregnancy
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What is Pregnancy?
What is Pregnancy?
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Plasma Volume Change in Pregnancy
Plasma Volume Change in Pregnancy
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Reason for Cardiac Hypertrophy in Pregnancy
Reason for Cardiac Hypertrophy in Pregnancy
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Breathing Changes in Pregnancy
Breathing Changes in Pregnancy
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Increased Renal Blood Flow in Pregnancy
Increased Renal Blood Flow in Pregnancy
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Purpose of Increased Oxygen Needs in Pregnancy
Purpose of Increased Oxygen Needs in Pregnancy
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Study Notes
Physiological Changes During Pregnancy
- Plasma volume in the blood increases during pregnancy.
- Maternal oxygen requirements increase due to fetal oxygen demands.
- Renal function increases, and blood flow through the kidney increases.
- Pregnancy is characterized by a state of accelerated metabolism and oxygen consumption.
- The volume of plasma in the blood increases during pregnancy.
- Slight cardiac hypertrophy or dilation occurs during pregnancy due to increased blood volume.
- Diaphragmatic breathing replaces abdominal breathing during pregnancy.
- The purpose of increased maternal oxygen requirements is to meet the oxygen demands of the fetus.
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Test your knowledge on nutrition during pregnancy and lactation. Learn about the physiological basis of nutritional needs during pregnancy, including changes in blood volume and composition. Discover important information to support a healthy pregnancy and breastfeeding journey.
