The primigravida at 22 weeks' gestation has a fundal height palpated slightly below the umbilicus. Which of the following statements would best describe to the client why she needs to be seen by a physician today?
1. "Your baby is growing too much and getting too big."
2. "Your uterus might have an abnormal shape."
3. "The position of your baby can't be felt."
4. "Your baby might not be growing enough."
4
Explanation: 4. The fundal height at 20-22 weeks should be about even with the umbilicus. At 22 weeks' gestation, a fundal height below the umbilicus and the size of the uterus that is inconsistent with length of gestation could indicate fetal demise.
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