The respiratory system undegoes immense changes in pregnancy in order to cope with demands of the developing fetus and labour. Which of the following parameters does not change?

Answer: arterial pH
Explanation

Arterial pH remains relatively stable during pregnancy

Reflecting the effective regulation of acid-base balance by the body's homeostatic mechanisms.

During pregnancy, the respiratory system changes to accommodate the needs of the fetus while arterial pH typically remains stable.

These include:

  • increased oxygen consumption
  • alterations in lung volumes
  • adjustments in respiratory mechanics



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