1
Q
gastrointestinal
A
appetite increases due to increased metabolic demands
gums because hyperemic (inflamed)
constipation
2
Q
cardiovascular
A
50% increase of blood volume- hypertension
anemia during pregnancy
supine and orthostatic hypotension
increased clotting factors- so they don’t hemorrhage during both at risk for DVT
3
Q
respiratory
A
pressure on diaphragm with growing uterus
history of asthma
increased cardio congestion - epistaxis
4
Q
urinary system
A
increased GFR- more blood glow and volume
increased risk for UTIs
5
Q
musculoskeletal
A
lordosis because of big belly
pressure on ligaments
release of relaxin
6
Q
skin changes
A
mask of pregnancy
lineigra
acne
stretch marks
