Which of the following statements concerning multifetal pregnancy is not accurate?
1. The expectant mother often develops anemia because the fetuses have a greater demand for iron.
2. Twin pregnancies come to term with the same frequency as single pregnancies.
3. The mother should be counseled to increase nutrition and gain more weight.
4. Backache and varicose veins are often more pronounced.
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1. Incorrect. The mother often develops anemia, suffers more or greater backaches, and needs to gain more weight. Counseling is needed to adjust to these conditions.
2. Correct. Twin pregnancies often end in prematurity. Serious efforts should be made to bring the pregnancy to term.
3. Incorrect. The mother often develops anemia, suffers more or greater backaches, and needs to gain more weight. Counseling is needed to adjust to these conditions.
4. Incorrect. The mother often develops anemia, suffers more or greater backaches, and needs to gain more weight. Counseling is needed to adjust to these conditions.
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