Pregnancy and the Gastrointestinal System
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Which of the following is a possible reason for poor appetite later in pregnancy?

  • Decreased gastrointestinal motility (correct)
  • Increased gastric motility
  • Increased progesterone production
  • Pressure from the uterus

Which of the following is a possible cause of constipation during pregnancy?

  • Increased progesterone production (correct)
  • Pressure from the uterus
  • Increased gastric motility
  • Decreased gastrointestinal motility

What is the typical duration of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy?

  • First month
  • Second month
  • Third month (correct)
  • Throughout the entire pregnancy

What is the effect of pregnancy on appetite?

<p>Increased appetite (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the possible cause of flatulence and heartburn during pregnancy?

<p>Increased progesterone production (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following interventions is recommended for managing nasal stuffiness during pregnancy?

<p>Using a humidifier (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which trimesters does nasal stuffiness commonly occur in during pregnancy?

<p>First and third trimesters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the possible cause of fatigue during pregnancy?

<p>Hormonal changes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following interventions is NOT recommended for managing fatigue during pregnancy?

<p>Eating foods containing stimulants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the possible cause of heartburn during pregnancy?

<p>Gastric reflux (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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