Health Promotion and MaintenanceQuestion 1005 of 2368

Which finding is classified as a probable sign of pregnancy?

  1. Bluish discoloration of the cervix seen during a pelvic exam
  2. Feeling of fetal movement reported by the client
  3. Absence of menstruation for two cycles
  4. Nausea and vomiting in the morning
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Correct answer: Bluish discoloration of the cervix seen during a pelvic exam

Chadwick sign is objective and found by the provider, so it is a probable sign. The other findings are subjective presumptive signs.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Antepartum Care: Probable Signs of Pregnancy. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026