Which of the following symptoms would be considered a first trimester warning sign and should be reported immediately by the pregnant woman to her health care provider?
1. Nausea with occasional vomiting
2. Fatigue
3. Urinary frequency
4. Vaginal bleeding
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1, 2, 3. Incorrect. These are normal first-trimester complaints of pregnancy. Although they may be worrisome or annoying to the mother, they are not usually an indication of a problem with the pregnancy.
4. Correct. Signs and symptoms that are to be reported include severe vomiting, fever and chills, burning on urination, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and vaginal bleeding. These symptoms may be signs of potential complications of the pregnancy.
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