NUR1025 Questions Exam 2 with Correct answers
A man's wife is pregnant for the third time. One child was born with
cystic fibrosis, and the other child is healthy. The man wonders what the
chance is that this child will have cystic fibrosis. This type of testing is
known as: Correct Answer-Recurrence risk
A woman arrives for evaluation of signs and symptoms that include a
missed period, abdominal fullness, tenderness, and dark red vaginal
bleeding. On examination, the nurse notices an ecchymotic blueness
around the woman's umbilicus. What does this finding indicate? Correct
Answer-Cullen sign associated with a ruptured ectopic pregnancy
Which conditions are infants of diabetic mothers (IDMs) at a higher risk
for developing? Correct Answer-respiratory distress syndrome
When a diabetic patient asks about maintaining adequate blood glucose
levels, which of the following statements by the nurse relates most
directly to the necessity of maintaining blood glucose levels no lower
than about 74 mg/dl? Correct Answer-"The central nervous system
cannot store glucose and needs a continuous supply of glucose for fuel."
Which assessment finding in a diabetic patient would show a decrease in
renal function? Correct Answer-protein in urine
Which of the following would be included in the assessment of a patient
with diabetes mellitus who is experiencing a hypoglycemic reaction?
(Select all that apply) Correct Answer-- Tremors
,- Nervousness
- Profuse perspiration
Which method of pain management would be safest for a gravida 3, para
2, admitted at 8 cm cervical dilation? Correct Answer-Breathing and
relaxation techniques
With regard to breathing techniques during labor, maternity nurses
should understand that? Correct Answer-breathing techniques in the first
stage of labor are designed to increase the size of the abdominal cavity
to reduce friction
Maternity nurses often have to answer questions about the many,
sometimes unusual ways people have tried to make the birthing
experience more comfortable. For instance, nurses should be aware that:
Correct Answer-Electrodes attached to either side of the spine to provide
high-intensity electrical impulses facilitate the release of endorphins
The nurse recognizes that a woman is in true labor when she states?
Correct Answer-"The contractions in my uterus are getting stronger and
closer together."
A woman at 26 weeks of gestation is being assessed to determine
whether she is experiencing preterm labor. What finding indicates the
preterm labor is occurring? Correct Answer-The cervix is effacing and
dilated to 2 cm
, A nulliparous woman who has just begun the second stage of her labor
would most likely: Correct Answer-Feel tired yet relieved that the worst
is over
With regard to the turns and other adjustments of the fetus during the
birth process, known as the mechanism of labor, nurses should be aware
that: Correct Answer-- The effects of the forces determining descent are
modified by the shape of the woman's pelvis and the size of the fetal
head
- The size of the maternal pelvis and the ability of the fetal head to mold
also affect the process
7 Cardinal Movements of the Mechanism of Labor Correct Answer--
Engagement
- Descent
- Flexion
- Internal Rotation
- Extension
- External Rotation (Restitution)
- Birth by Expulsion
Nurses can help their clients by keeping them informed about the
distinctive stages of labor. What description of the phases of the first
stage of labor is accurate? Correct Answer-Active: moderate, regular
contractions; 4 to 7 cm dilation; duration of 3 to 6 hours
A man's wife is pregnant for the third time. One child was born with
cystic fibrosis, and the other child is healthy. The man wonders what the
chance is that this child will have cystic fibrosis. This type of testing is
known as: Correct Answer-Recurrence risk
A woman arrives for evaluation of signs and symptoms that include a
missed period, abdominal fullness, tenderness, and dark red vaginal
bleeding. On examination, the nurse notices an ecchymotic blueness
around the woman's umbilicus. What does this finding indicate? Correct
Answer-Cullen sign associated with a ruptured ectopic pregnancy
Which conditions are infants of diabetic mothers (IDMs) at a higher risk
for developing? Correct Answer-respiratory distress syndrome
When a diabetic patient asks about maintaining adequate blood glucose
levels, which of the following statements by the nurse relates most
directly to the necessity of maintaining blood glucose levels no lower
than about 74 mg/dl? Correct Answer-"The central nervous system
cannot store glucose and needs a continuous supply of glucose for fuel."
Which assessment finding in a diabetic patient would show a decrease in
renal function? Correct Answer-protein in urine
Which of the following would be included in the assessment of a patient
with diabetes mellitus who is experiencing a hypoglycemic reaction?
(Select all that apply) Correct Answer-- Tremors
,- Nervousness
- Profuse perspiration
Which method of pain management would be safest for a gravida 3, para
2, admitted at 8 cm cervical dilation? Correct Answer-Breathing and
relaxation techniques
With regard to breathing techniques during labor, maternity nurses
should understand that? Correct Answer-breathing techniques in the first
stage of labor are designed to increase the size of the abdominal cavity
to reduce friction
Maternity nurses often have to answer questions about the many,
sometimes unusual ways people have tried to make the birthing
experience more comfortable. For instance, nurses should be aware that:
Correct Answer-Electrodes attached to either side of the spine to provide
high-intensity electrical impulses facilitate the release of endorphins
The nurse recognizes that a woman is in true labor when she states?
Correct Answer-"The contractions in my uterus are getting stronger and
closer together."
A woman at 26 weeks of gestation is being assessed to determine
whether she is experiencing preterm labor. What finding indicates the
preterm labor is occurring? Correct Answer-The cervix is effacing and
dilated to 2 cm
, A nulliparous woman who has just begun the second stage of her labor
would most likely: Correct Answer-Feel tired yet relieved that the worst
is over
With regard to the turns and other adjustments of the fetus during the
birth process, known as the mechanism of labor, nurses should be aware
that: Correct Answer-- The effects of the forces determining descent are
modified by the shape of the woman's pelvis and the size of the fetal
head
- The size of the maternal pelvis and the ability of the fetal head to mold
also affect the process
7 Cardinal Movements of the Mechanism of Labor Correct Answer--
Engagement
- Descent
- Flexion
- Internal Rotation
- Extension
- External Rotation (Restitution)
- Birth by Expulsion
Nurses can help their clients by keeping them informed about the
distinctive stages of labor. What description of the phases of the first
stage of labor is accurate? Correct Answer-Active: moderate, regular
contractions; 4 to 7 cm dilation; duration of 3 to 6 hours
