Care Of Childbearing Family-NACE
Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the recommended position for a mother during the first stage of labor to promote
comfort and circulation?
✔✔Upright or semi-upright positions such as sitting, standing, or walking.
Which hormone stimulates uterine contractions during labor?
✔✔Oxytocin.
Why is skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth important?
✔✔It promotes bonding, stabilizes the newborn’s temperature, and encourages breastfeeding.
What is the normal range for maternal heart rate during pregnancy?
✔✔60–100 beats per minute.
Which nutrient is essential for preventing neural tube defects in a developing fetus?
✔✔Folic acid.
Why is monitoring fetal heart rate important during labor?
✔✔To assess fetal well-being and detect signs of distress.
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,What is the recommended weight gain for a healthy pregnant woman with a normal BMI?
✔✔25–35 pounds over the course of pregnancy.
Which breathing technique is commonly taught for labor pain management?
✔✔Slow, deep abdominal breathing.
Why should a postpartum mother be encouraged to ambulate early after delivery?
✔✔To prevent blood clots, improve circulation, and promote bowel function.
Which vitamin is critical for calcium absorption during pregnancy?
✔✔Vitamin D.
What is the purpose of fundal massage after delivery?
✔✔To stimulate uterine contraction and prevent postpartum hemorrhage.
Why is monitoring urine output important in postpartum women?
✔✔To assess kidney function and detect fluid retention or dehydration.
Which position is recommended for breastfeeding to prevent nipple pain?
✔✔Modified cradle or football hold positions.
What is lochia and why is it monitored?
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, ✔✔Vaginal discharge after childbirth; it indicates uterine healing and bleeding patterns.
Which factor increases the risk of postpartum depression?
✔✔History of depression, lack of social support, or stressful life events.
Why should pregnant women avoid certain fish high in mercury?
✔✔Mercury can harm fetal brain and nervous system development.
What is the recommended frequency of prenatal visits for a low-risk pregnancy in the second
trimester?
✔✔Every four weeks.
Which sign indicates possible preeclampsia?
✔✔High blood pressure, proteinuria, and swelling of hands or face.
Why is Rh factor compatibility important in pregnancy?
✔✔To prevent hemolytic disease of the newborn if the mother is Rh-negative and the baby is
Rh-positive.
What is the purpose of administering vitamin K to a newborn?
✔✔To prevent vitamin K deficiency bleeding.
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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the recommended position for a mother during the first stage of labor to promote
comfort and circulation?
✔✔Upright or semi-upright positions such as sitting, standing, or walking.
Which hormone stimulates uterine contractions during labor?
✔✔Oxytocin.
Why is skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth important?
✔✔It promotes bonding, stabilizes the newborn’s temperature, and encourages breastfeeding.
What is the normal range for maternal heart rate during pregnancy?
✔✔60–100 beats per minute.
Which nutrient is essential for preventing neural tube defects in a developing fetus?
✔✔Folic acid.
Why is monitoring fetal heart rate important during labor?
✔✔To assess fetal well-being and detect signs of distress.
1
,What is the recommended weight gain for a healthy pregnant woman with a normal BMI?
✔✔25–35 pounds over the course of pregnancy.
Which breathing technique is commonly taught for labor pain management?
✔✔Slow, deep abdominal breathing.
Why should a postpartum mother be encouraged to ambulate early after delivery?
✔✔To prevent blood clots, improve circulation, and promote bowel function.
Which vitamin is critical for calcium absorption during pregnancy?
✔✔Vitamin D.
What is the purpose of fundal massage after delivery?
✔✔To stimulate uterine contraction and prevent postpartum hemorrhage.
Why is monitoring urine output important in postpartum women?
✔✔To assess kidney function and detect fluid retention or dehydration.
Which position is recommended for breastfeeding to prevent nipple pain?
✔✔Modified cradle or football hold positions.
What is lochia and why is it monitored?
2
, ✔✔Vaginal discharge after childbirth; it indicates uterine healing and bleeding patterns.
Which factor increases the risk of postpartum depression?
✔✔History of depression, lack of social support, or stressful life events.
Why should pregnant women avoid certain fish high in mercury?
✔✔Mercury can harm fetal brain and nervous system development.
What is the recommended frequency of prenatal visits for a low-risk pregnancy in the second
trimester?
✔✔Every four weeks.
Which sign indicates possible preeclampsia?
✔✔High blood pressure, proteinuria, and swelling of hands or face.
Why is Rh factor compatibility important in pregnancy?
✔✔To prevent hemolytic disease of the newborn if the mother is Rh-negative and the baby is
Rh-positive.
What is the purpose of administering vitamin K to a newborn?
✔✔To prevent vitamin K deficiency bleeding.
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