Pregnancy and Cardiovascular System Changes Quiz
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What is the consequence of the increase in total cardiac volume during pregnancy?

  • Hypertension
  • Physiologic anemia (correct)
  • Decreased heart rate
  • Increased blood viscosity

    • What is the likely cause of palpitation during the first half of pregnancy?

  • Parasympathetic nervous system stimulation
  • Low blood sugar
  • High blood pressure
  • Sympathetic nervous system stimulation (correct)

    • What is a common symptom of poor circulation in the lower extremities during pregnancy?

  • Edema (correct)
  • Hypotension
  • Hyperactivity
  • Hypothermia

    • What is the consequence of the increase in circulating fibrinogen during pregnancy?

    <p>Promotes blood clotting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of pregnancy gingivitis?

    <p>Swollen and bleeding gums</p> Signup and view all the answers

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