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Title: During pregnancy there are a number of changes that occur as a direct result of the presence of the ... Post by: Shavonne96 on Feb 6, 2018 During pregnancy there are a number of changes that occur as a direct result of the presence of the fetus. Which of these adaptations meet this criteria? Select all that apply.
a. Leukorrhea b. Development of the operculum c. Quickening d. Ballottement e. Lightening Title: During pregnancy there are a number of changes that occur as a direct result of the presence of the ... Post by: acason on Feb 6, 2018 A, C, E
Feedback Correct Leukorrhea is a white or slightly gray vaginal discharge that develops in response to cervical stimulation by estrogen and progesterone. Quickening is the first recognition of fetal movements or feeling life. Quickening is often described as a flutter and is felt earlier in multiparous women than in primiparas. Lightening occurs when the fetus begins to descent into the pelvis. This occurs two weeks before labor in the nullipara and at the start of labor in the multipara. Incorrect Mucous fills the cervical canal creating a plug otherwise known as the operculum. The operculum acts as a barrier against bacterial invasion during the pregnancy. Passive movement of the unengaged fetus is referred to as ballottement. |