10 Questions
What is the optimal weight gain during pregnancy?
25-35 lb
How is the expected date of delivery calculated?
From the last normal menstrual period
What are the three positive signs of pregnancy?
Detection of a fetal heartbeat, recognition of fetal movements, visualization of the embryo on ultrasound
What percentage does the mother's blood volume increase during pregnancy?
45%
What is the length of a typical pregnancy?
40 weeks
What causes the increased blood volume in pregnant women?
Decreased artery resistance
What syndrome may occur if a pregnant woman lies flat on her back?
Aortocaval compression syndrome
Which nutrients should be increased during pregnancy for the growth of the fetus and maternal tissues?
Protein, calcium, iron, and folic acid
What condition can adequate folic acid intake before conception help reduce in newborns?
Neural tube defects
What is important for optimal fetal development during pregnancy?
Adequate vitamin intake
Learn about the importance of early prenatal care, how to calculate the expected date of delivery using Nägele's rule, and the use of noninvasive prenatal tests for chromosomal anomalies. Understand the basics of pregnancy length and the role of abdominal ultrasound in routine care.
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