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physiological changes in pregnancy

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changes in uterus most dramatic,increases in size from small pea shaped to 2 lbs.braxton-hicks by week 16 hagars sign, noted during pelvic exam.
changes in cervix increases in cell number,secretes thick silky mucus that forms a plug in cervix to prevents microorganisms from entering through vagina goodells sign and chadwicks sign noted by week 8.
changes in breast become enlarged more erect colostrum is secreted during last trimester and 2-3 days after birth and gradually becomes milk.
changes in cardiovascular system blood flow increases to uterine and kidneys.pulse increases 10-15 bpm by end of pregnancy.cardiac output increases 30-50% early in pregnancy.blood pressure decreases,lowest in 2nd trimester increasing gradually to near prepregnantlevels by 3rd trimester.e
changes in respiratory system increase in oxygen consumption,depth of resp. increases causing mild respiratory alkalosis compensated by renal secretion of bicarbonate.uterus presses upward on diaphragm
changes in musculoskeletal system lordosis results in low backache
changes in gi system morning sickness,enlarging uterus displaces stomach and intestines causing causing constipation. heartburn
changes in urinary system uterus presses on bladder causing frequent urination.glycosuria (excretion of glucose in the urine)may develop.
changes in integumentary system linea nigra, chloasma,striae gravidarum
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