The nurse recognizes that increased melanocyte activity during pregnancy is responsible for
a. linea nigra c. ptyalism
b. palmar erythema d. telangiectasis
A
The dark line in the midline of the abdomen is called linea nigra and is due to increased melanocyte activity during pregnancy. This hyperpigmentation is caused by elevated hormones and is usually visible primarily on the nipples, areolae, umbilicus, perineum, and axillae.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word