A primigravida client has to undergo an ultrasound examination. Which should the nurse know is the most appropriate time to perform an ultrasound?
A) Between 12 and 14 weeks
B) Between 10 and 12 weeks
C) Between 16 and 20 weeks
D) Between 6 and 8 weeks
C
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An ultrasound examination should be done between the 16th and the 20th weeks. This is the ideal time to determine gestational age accurately and also to examine the fetus for normal development. Before 16 weeks, it will not be possible to assess fetal age and development accurately.
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