Mrs. Carrol is a 33-year-old patient who is pregnant and presents for a routine checkup. On examination, you note that her blood pressure has decreased. Blood pressure normally decreases during which period?
A) First trimester of pregnancy
B) Second trimester of pregnancy
C) Third trimester of pregnancy
D) Labor and delivery

Question

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Blood pressure reaches its lowest during the second trimester. During the third trimester, hypotension usually occurs when the patient is lying in the supine position.

Mrs Carrol Is a 33-Year-Old Patient Who Is Pregnant and Presents