The MOST significant pregnancy-related changes occur in the uterus. These changes include:

a. an increase in weight of the uterus to approximately 2 pounds.
b. an increase in the vascular system of the uterus to about one-fourth of the mother's total blood volume.
c. the development of a layer of mucus on the lining of the uterus.
d. an increase in the capacity of the uterus to nearly a liter of fluid.

a

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A. the National Registry. B. state laws. C. the patients physician. D. department bylaws.

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