The Nurse Understands That a Client's Pregnancy Is Progressing Normally

Multiple Choice

The nurse understands that a client's pregnancy is progressing normally when which of the following physiologic changes are documented on the prenatal record of a woman at 36 weeks' gestation? Select all that apply

A) The joints of the pelvis have relaxed,causing a waddling gait.
B) The cervix is firm and purplish-blue in color.
C) The uterus vasculature contains one-sixth of the total maternal blood volume.
D) Gastric emptying time is prolonged,and the client complains of constipation and bloating.
E) Supine hypotension,creating dizziness,occurs when the client lies on her back.