Which of the following statements concerning a condition of pregnancy is accurate?
1. Insufficient salivation (ptyalism) is caused by estrogen increases.
2. Acid indigestion (pyrosis) begins early in pregnancy, but declines throughout.
3. Hyperthyroidism often develops (temporarily) because hormone production in-creases.
4. Nausea and vomiting rarely have harmful effects on the fetus and may be benefi-cial.
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1. Incorrect. Ptyalism is excessive salivation, caused possibly by a decrease in unconscious swallowing or by stimulation of salivary glands.
2. Incorrect. Pyrosis begins as early as the first trimester and intensifies through the third trimester.
3. Incorrect. Increased hormone production does not lead to hyperthyroidism in pregnant women.
4. Correct. Normal nausea and vomiting rarely produce harmful effects, and NVPs may be less likely to result in miscarriage or preterm labor.
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