ATI RN
ATI Capstone Week 11 Exam Questions
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A nurse in a prenatal clinic is caring for a client who is at 12 weeks gestation. The client asks about the cause of her heartburn. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Increased progesterone production causes decreased motility of smooth muscle. Progesterone, a hormone produced during pregnancy, relaxes smooth muscle including the lower esophageal sphincter, leading to reflux and heartburn. This is a common cause of heartburn in pregnant women.
Choice B is incorrect because although the growing uterus can contribute to heartburn by displacing the stomach, it is not the primary cause.
Choice C is incorrect because increased estrogen production does not directly cause increased secretion of hydrochloric acid, which is more related to progesterone levels.
Choice D is incorrect because retained bile in the liver does not play a significant role in causing heartburn.
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