A nurse is assessing a client who is in labor.
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Choice A rationale

The fetal heartbeat is typically detectable by Doppler around 10-12 weeks, not as early as 6 weeks.

Choice B rationale

Monthly prenatal visits up to 28 weeks are standard practice for monitoring pregnancy.

Choice C rationale

A complete blood count is not performed at every prenatal visit but at specific intervals.

Choice D rationale

The blood test for neural tube defects, such as AFP, is usually done around 16-18 weeks, not 32 weeks.

Choice A rationale

Transient circumoral cyanosis is common in newborns, especially when crying or feeding, and usually resolves on its own without intervention.

Choice B rationale

Transient strabismus, or the temporary crossing of the eyes, is normal in newborns due to underdeveloped eye muscles and usually resolves as the infant grows.

Choice C rationale

Caput succedaneum is the swelling of the scalp caused by pressure during delivery. It is usually benign and resolves within a few days without treatment.

Choice D rationale

Generalized petechiae, or small red or purple spots on the skin, can indicate a serious underlying condition such as a clotting disorder or infection and requires immediate medical evaluation.