The nurse has completed a presentation for newly pregnant women about the changes of pregnancy. Which participant's statement reflects accurate comprehension of the information?
1. "Uterine souffle is a positive change of pregnancy."
2. "A positive Goodell sign is a probable change of pregnancy."
3. "Changes in the pelvic organs are presumptive signs of pregnancy."
4. "Three positive pregnancy tests in a 1-week period is considered to be a positive change of pregnancy."
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Explanation:
1. Because uterine souffle can be objectively identified but may be caused by conditions other than pregnancy, it is considered to be a probable change of pregnancy.
2. A positive Goodell sign can be objectively identified but may also be caused by conditions other than pregnancy; therefore, it is considered to be a probable change of pregnancy.
3. Changes in the pelvic organs can be objectively identified; however, because some pelvic organ changes may be associated with conditions other than pregnancy, they are considered to be probable changes of pregnancy.
4. Because other conditions may cause elevated hCG, pregnancy tests are considered probable changes of pregnancy.
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