The nurse who elects to practice in the area of women's health must have a thorough understanding of miscarriage.Which statement regarding this condition is most accurate?

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Before the sixth week,the only evidence might be a heavy menstrual flow.After the 12th week,more severe pain,similar to that of labor,is likely.Miscarriage is a natural pregnancy loss,but it occurs,by definition,before 20 weeks of gestation,before the fetus is viable.Miscarriages occur in approximately 10% to 15% of all clinically recognized pregnancies.Miscarriages can be caused by a number of disorders or illnesses outside the mother's control or knowledge.

The Nurse Who Elects to Practice in the Area of Women's