A 32-year-old woman now at 32 weeks gestation is complaining of right-sided sharp abdominal pain. The patient is examined by the clinic nurse and given information about abdominal discomfort in pregnancy
She is also instructed to seek immediate attention if she:
Select all answers that apply.
A) Has heartburn
B) Has chills or a fever
C) Feels decreased fetal movements
D) Has increased abdominal pain
B
Has chills or a fever
C
Feels decreased fetal movements
D
Has increased abdominal pain
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