Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank - Prenatal Care and Adaptations to Pregnancy Related

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At what gestational age can the fetal heartbeat be auscultated with a specially adapted stethoscope or fetoscope?

  • A. 4 weeks
  • B. 12 weeks
  • C. 18 weeks
  • D. 24 weeks
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The fetal heartbeat can be heard with a fetoscope between the 18th and 20th weeks of pregnancy.