Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
NoneA nurse is discussing cardiovascular changes during pregnancy with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Heart rate increases by 10 to 15 beats per minute to meet increased oxygen demands. Blood pressure typically decreases, blood viscosity decreases due to hemodilution, and cardiac workload increases.