The Process of Labor Places Significant Metabolic Demands on the Obstetric

Multiple Choice

The process of labor places significant metabolic demands on the obstetric client. Which physiologic findings would be expected?

A) Decreased maternal blood pressure as a result of stimulation of alpha receptors
B) Uterine vasoconstriction as a result of stimulation of beta receptors
C) Increased maternal demand for oxygen
D) Increased blood flow to placenta because of catecholamine release