Pregnancy Physiology
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Pregnancy Physiology

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What causes physiological shortness of breath during pregnancy?

  • Respiratory changes (correct)
  • Skin changes
  • Hormonal changes
  • Cardiovascular changes
  • What causes physiological shortness of breath during pregnancy?

  • Cardiovascular changes
  • Skin changes
  • Respiratory changes (correct)
  • Hormonal changes
  • What causes physiological shortness of breath during pregnancy?

  • Skin changes
  • Hormonal changes
  • Cardiovascular changes
  • Respiratory changes (correct)
  • What is a common side effect of hormonal changes during pregnancy?

    <p>Heartburn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of hormonal changes during pregnancy?

    <p>Constipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common discomfort during pregnancy that is caused by weight gain, circulation changes, and calcium deficiency?

    <p>Leg cramps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common respiratory change during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased O2 demand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common skin change during pregnancy?

    <p>Pigmentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common respiratory change during pregnancy?

    <p>Diaphragm displacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cardiovascular change during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased BP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hypercoagulable state?

    <p>Increased risk of thromboembolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cardiovascular change during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased blood volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes fluid retention and edema during pregnancy?

    <p>Decreased plasma osmolality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common skin change during pregnancy?

    <p>Pigmentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common skin change during pregnancy?

    <p>Stretch marks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is pregnancy considered a hypercoagulable state?

    <p>Due to increased risk of thromboembolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the cardiovascular changes during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased blood volume, cardiac output, and decreased BP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of leg cramps during pregnancy?

    <p>Calcium deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the respiratory changes during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased O2 demand, diaphragm displacement, and hyperventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does fluid retention and edema occur during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased venous pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes leg cramps during pregnancy?

    <p>Calcium deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for fluid retention and edema during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased venous pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the changes in blood volume during pregnancy?

    <p>Hemodilution and physiological anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common change in blood volume during pregnancy?

    <p>Hemodilution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common change in blood volume during pregnancy?

    <p>Hemodilution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common digestive discomfort during pregnancy?

    <p>Constipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common risk associated with pregnancy?

    <p>Hypercoagulability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of treatment is preferred for discomfort during pregnancy?

    <p>Non-pharmacological treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of treatments are preferred for discomfort during pregnancy?

    <p>Non-pharmacological treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of treatments are preferred for discomfort during pregnancy?

    <p>Non-pharmacological treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    1. Hormonal changes cause constipation, heartburn, and varicose veins/hemorrhoids.
    2. Respiratory changes include increased O2 demand, diaphragm displacement, and hyperventilation.
    3. Cardiovascular changes include increased blood volume, cardiac output, and decreased BP.
    4. Physiological shortness of breath is caused by diaphragm compression.
    5. Changes in blood volume include hemodilution and physiological anemia.
    6. Pregnancy is a hypercoagulable state with increased risk of thromboembolism.
    7. Fluid retention and edema occur due to decreased plasma osmolality and venous pressure.
    8. Leg cramps are caused by weight gain, circulation changes, and calcium deficiency.
    9. Skin changes include pigmentation and stretch marks.
    10. Non-pharmacological treatments are preferred for discomfort during pregnancy.

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    Are you curious about the changes that happen to the body during pregnancy? Test your knowledge with our quiz on the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy. From hormonal changes to respiratory and cardiovascular changes, we cover it all. Learn about common discomforts like constipation, heartburn, and leg cramps, as well as skin changes and the hypercoagulable state of pregnancy. Discover non-pharmacological treatments for pregnancy discomforts, and gain a deeper understanding of the incredible changes that happen to the

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