The healthcare provider is performing an assessment on a pregnant client. The examiner notes a softening in the area being assessed. Which probable sign of pregnancy is being assessed?
1. Goodell sign.
2. Hegar sign.
3. Chadwick sign.
4. Ladin sign.
Correct Answer: 1
Goodell sign refers to the softening of the cervix. Hegar sign refers to the softening of the lower uterine segment. Chadwick sign refers to the change in coloration of the mucous membranes of the female genitalia during pregnancy. Ladin sign refers to the softening of the mid uterus during pregnancy.
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