Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1065 of 2368
Which finding is a possible cause of polyhydramnios?
- The amniotic membrane has ruptured and fluid is leaking.
- Blood is shunted away from the fetal kidneys.
- The fetus is unable to swallow normal amounts of amniotic fluid.
- The fetus has decreased urine output.
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Correct answer: The fetus is unable to swallow normal amounts of amniotic fluid.
A fetus that cannot swallow normal amounts of fluid can cause polyhydramnios. The other choices lead to too little fluid.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Antepartum Care: Amniotic Fluid Index (AFI). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Physiological Adaptation"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026