Probable Signs of Pregnancy Nursing Mnemonic (CHOP BUGS)
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CHOP BUGS
- C-Chadwicks – bluish discoloration of lower uterine segment
- H-Hegar – softening of lower uterine segment
- O-Outlining of Fetal Body
- P-Positive pregnancy test – presence of gonadotropin in urine
- B-Ballotement – sinking and rebound of fetus
- U-Uterine Enlargement – at 12 weeks gestation felt just above symphsis pubis
- G-Goodells – Softening of the cervix
- S-Souffle, Contraction and Braxton Hicks (painless contraction at 28 weeks)
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Probable and positive signs and symptoms of pregnancy. These signs indicate a likely pregnancy. Positive signs involve the presence of a heartbeat on ultrasound.
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