Question

The nurse is reviewing the record of a pregnant client and notes that the primary health care provider has documented the presence of Chadwick's sign. The prenatal client asks the nurse to explain Chadwick's sign. Which information provided by the nurse is accurate? Select all that apply.

1.Chadwick's sign relates to fundal height.
2.Chadwick's sign is a probable sign of pregnancy. 3.Chadwick's sign may be present as early as 6 weeks' gestation.
4.Chadwick's sign is a bluish discoloration of the vagina and cervix.
5.Chadwick's sign occurs when the pregnant client experiences fetal movement.

Answer 1

Chadwick's sign is a probable sign of pregnancy, noticeable as a bluish discoloration of the vagina and cervix, that may appear as early as 6 weeks into pregnancy.

Step-by-step explanation:

Chadwick's sign is indeed a probable sign of pregnancy, which means it suggests pregnancy but is not conclusive on its own. It involves a bluish discoloration of the vagina and cervix, which can result from increased blood flow to the area as a result of the pregnancy. This sign may be observable as early as 6 weeks' gestation. Therefore, the correct options provided by the nurse should be:

• Chadwick's sign is a probable sign of pregnancy.
• Chadwick's sign may be present as early as 6 weeks' gestation.
• Chadwick's sign is a bluish discoloration of the vagina and cervix.

Chadwick's sign does not relate to fundal height (Option 1), nor does it occur when the pregnant client experiences fetal movement (Option 5).