Nr 321exam 1 study guide Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Review the fundal height in relationship to anatomical locations of the abdomen Fundal height in relationship to anatomical locations matches the gestational age of the fetus  12 weeks (gestation) – Fundus can be palpated above the symphysis pubis.  16 weeks (gestation) – Fundus is midway between symphysis pubis and the umbilicus  20 weeks ( gestation ) – Fundus is located at the umbilicus  36 weeks (gestation) - Fundus is at Xiphoid process. (HIGHEST LEVEL) (pushes ag...