Maternity Nursing Q 6

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In which of the following areas would the nurse expect to observe chloasma?

  

     A. Breast, areola, and nipples

     B. Chest, neck, arms, and legs

     C. Abdomen, breast, and thighs

     D. Cheeks, forehead, and nose

    

    

Correct Answer: D. Cheeks, forehead, and nose

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Chloasma, also called the mask of pregnancy, is an irregular hyperpigmented area found on the face. It is not seen on the breasts, areola, nipples, chest, neck, arms, legs, abdomen, or thighs.

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Option A: The area around the nipples and the skin on the breast might darken, possibly due to hormonal changes.

Option B: The skin on the inner thigh and neck may also darken as a result of an increase in the hormones.

Option C: The woman might notice a dark line from the navel to the pubic bone. This is called linea nigra.

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