During an internal examination of a woman during her first prenatal visit,the nurse notes that the cervix is soft.This is known as:

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Increased vascularity,congestion,and edema cause the cervix to soften (Goodell's sign)and become bluish-purple in colour (Chadwick's sign).The uterus becomes globular in shape,softens,and flexes easily over the cervix (Hegar's sign).This causes compression of the bladder,which results in urinary frequency.

During an Internal Examination of a Woman During Her First