A prepared childbirth nurse educator is discussing potential discomforts during pregnancy with a group of women. When relaying information about nausea and vomiting, the nurse will include which statement(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. The majority of pregnant women experience nausea and vomiting.
b. Severe, persistent vomiting during pregnancy is known as anticipatory vomiting.
c. Vomiting during pregnancy is more common among primigravidas.
d. Prior fetal loss puts a woman at higher risk.
e. Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy can occur at any time of the day.
ANS: C, E
Vomiting during pregnancy is more common among primigravidas. Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy can occur at any time of the day. The percentage of women reporting vomiting during the first 16 weeks of gestation is relatively constant at about 40%, decreasing to 20% from 17 to 20 weeks. Only 9% of women report vomiting after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Severe, persistent vomiting during pregnancy is known as hyperemesis gravidarum. Contrary to commonly held beliefs, vomiting is not more common in women who have experienced prior fetal losses.
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