Test Bank for Maternity and Pediatric Nursing, 5th Edition (Ricci,
Kyle, Carman, 2025)
ISBN: 9781975220419 | Chapters 3, 12, 20, 28, 36 | 100 NCLEX-
Aligned Questions
This test bank sample includes 100 multiple-choice questions (20 per chapter) with
Answers and rationales for *Maternity and Pediatric Nursing, 5th Edition* by Susan
Ricci, Terri Kyle, and Susan Carman (Wolters Kluwer, 2025). Covers Chapters 3 (Fetal
Development), 12 (Labor and Birth Process), 20 (Postpartum Care), 28 (Pediatric
Growth and Development), and 36 (Pediatric Respiratory Disorders). Ideal for
NCLEX-RN prep and nursing coursework. Full 47-chapter bank (2,000+ questions)
available—contact for details.
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## Chapter 3: Fetal Development (20 Questions)
1. **What is the primary source of nutrients for a fetus during the first trimester?** |
| - A) Amniotic fluid |
| - B) Placenta |
| - C) Yolk sac |
| - D) Umbilical cord |
| **Answer**: C) Yolk sac |
| **Rationale**: The yolk sac provides nutrients early in pregnancy until the placenta
fully forms by week 12.
2. **At what gestational age does the fetal heart begin to beat?** |
| - A) 4 weeks |
,| - B) 6 weeks |
| - C) 8 weeks |
| - D) 12 weeks |
| **Answer**: B) 6 weeks |
| **Rationale**: The fetal heart starts beating around 6 weeks, detectable via
ultrasound.
3. **Which structure protects the fetus from mechanical injury?** |
| - A) Placenta |
| - B) Amniotic sac |
| - C) Chorion |
| - D) Umbilical cord |
| **Answer**: B) Amniotic sac |
| **Rationale**: The amniotic sac cushions the fetus with fluid, per the 5th edition.
4. **What is the primary function of the placenta?** |
| - A) Produces amniotic fluid |
| - B) Facilitates nutrient/gas exchange |
| - C) Secretes fetal hormones |
| - D) Filters amniotic waste |
| **Answer**: B) Facilitates nutrient/gas exchange |
| **Rationale**: The placenta transfers oxygen and nutrients from maternal to fetal
blood.
5. **When does organogenesis primarily occur?** |
| - A) Weeks 1–2 |
| - B) Weeks 3–8 |
| - C) Weeks 9–12 |
| - D) Weeks 13–20 |
| **Answer**: B) Weeks 3–8 |
| **Rationale**: Major organ systems form during weeks 3–8, a critical period.
, 6. **Which teratogen is most likely to cause neural tube defects?** |
| - A) Alcohol |
| - B) Folic acid deficiency |
| - C) Smoking |
| - D) Caffeine |
| **Answer**: B) Folic acid deficiency |
| **Rationale**: Folic acid deficiency increases spina bifida risk.
7. **What is the role of the umbilical cord?** |
| - A) Produces amniotic fluid |
| - B) Connects fetus to placenta |
| - C) Filters fetal waste |
| - D) Protects against infection |
| **Answer**: B) Connects fetus to placenta |
| **Rationale**: The umbilical cord delivers nutrients and oxygen.
8. **At what stage is the embryo most susceptible to teratogens?** |
| - A) Preimplantation |
| - B) Embryonic |
| - C) Fetal |
| - D) Postnatal |
| **Answer**: B) Embryonic |
| **Rationale**: The embryonic stage (weeks 3–8) is most vulnerable to defects.
9. **Which hormone maintains pregnancy?** |
| - A) Estrogen |
| - B) Progesterone |
| - C) Oxytocin |
| - D) Prolactin |
| **Answer**: B) Progesterone |
Kyle, Carman, 2025)
ISBN: 9781975220419 | Chapters 3, 12, 20, 28, 36 | 100 NCLEX-
Aligned Questions
This test bank sample includes 100 multiple-choice questions (20 per chapter) with
Answers and rationales for *Maternity and Pediatric Nursing, 5th Edition* by Susan
Ricci, Terri Kyle, and Susan Carman (Wolters Kluwer, 2025). Covers Chapters 3 (Fetal
Development), 12 (Labor and Birth Process), 20 (Postpartum Care), 28 (Pediatric
Growth and Development), and 36 (Pediatric Respiratory Disorders). Ideal for
NCLEX-RN prep and nursing coursework. Full 47-chapter bank (2,000+ questions)
available—contact for details.
---
## Chapter 3: Fetal Development (20 Questions)
1. **What is the primary source of nutrients for a fetus during the first trimester?** |
| - A) Amniotic fluid |
| - B) Placenta |
| - C) Yolk sac |
| - D) Umbilical cord |
| **Answer**: C) Yolk sac |
| **Rationale**: The yolk sac provides nutrients early in pregnancy until the placenta
fully forms by week 12.
2. **At what gestational age does the fetal heart begin to beat?** |
| - A) 4 weeks |
,| - B) 6 weeks |
| - C) 8 weeks |
| - D) 12 weeks |
| **Answer**: B) 6 weeks |
| **Rationale**: The fetal heart starts beating around 6 weeks, detectable via
ultrasound.
3. **Which structure protects the fetus from mechanical injury?** |
| - A) Placenta |
| - B) Amniotic sac |
| - C) Chorion |
| - D) Umbilical cord |
| **Answer**: B) Amniotic sac |
| **Rationale**: The amniotic sac cushions the fetus with fluid, per the 5th edition.
4. **What is the primary function of the placenta?** |
| - A) Produces amniotic fluid |
| - B) Facilitates nutrient/gas exchange |
| - C) Secretes fetal hormones |
| - D) Filters amniotic waste |
| **Answer**: B) Facilitates nutrient/gas exchange |
| **Rationale**: The placenta transfers oxygen and nutrients from maternal to fetal
blood.
5. **When does organogenesis primarily occur?** |
| - A) Weeks 1–2 |
| - B) Weeks 3–8 |
| - C) Weeks 9–12 |
| - D) Weeks 13–20 |
| **Answer**: B) Weeks 3–8 |
| **Rationale**: Major organ systems form during weeks 3–8, a critical period.
, 6. **Which teratogen is most likely to cause neural tube defects?** |
| - A) Alcohol |
| - B) Folic acid deficiency |
| - C) Smoking |
| - D) Caffeine |
| **Answer**: B) Folic acid deficiency |
| **Rationale**: Folic acid deficiency increases spina bifida risk.
7. **What is the role of the umbilical cord?** |
| - A) Produces amniotic fluid |
| - B) Connects fetus to placenta |
| - C) Filters fetal waste |
| - D) Protects against infection |
| **Answer**: B) Connects fetus to placenta |
| **Rationale**: The umbilical cord delivers nutrients and oxygen.
8. **At what stage is the embryo most susceptible to teratogens?** |
| - A) Preimplantation |
| - B) Embryonic |
| - C) Fetal |
| - D) Postnatal |
| **Answer**: B) Embryonic |
| **Rationale**: The embryonic stage (weeks 3–8) is most vulnerable to defects.
9. **Which hormone maintains pregnancy?** |
| - A) Estrogen |
| - B) Progesterone |
| - C) Oxytocin |
| - D) Prolactin |
| **Answer**: B) Progesterone |
