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An experienced nurse is instructing a new nurse about communications concerning the patient.
The nurse suggests using an SBAR method and lists the four elements included in the
technique. Which four elements should be included in the instruction? (Think SBAR) CORRECT
ANSWERS
Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation
The Baby-Friendly Initiative's (BFI) main goal is to ensure that infants are breastfed for 12
months. (T or F) CORRECT ANSWERS
FALSE
The BFI role is to implement practices that protect, promote, and support breastfeeding
practices in hospitals and community agencies. It does not focus on ensuring that all women
breastfeed for 12 months.
According to the Family-Centred Maternity and Newborn Care (FCMNC) National Guidelines
early parent-infant attachment is critical for newborn and child development and the growth of
healthy families. (T or F) CORRECT ANSWERS
TRUE
What is the usual site of implantation in the female reproductive system? CORRECT ANSWERS
Upper section of the posterior uterine wall
An expectant mother is at her first prenatal visit. She informs the nurse that she smokes
cigarettes but has cut back to approximately 10 cigarettes per week and asks if she may
continue to smoke this many per week. What would be the best response?
a)"Smoking and alcohol use may adversely affect your baby's development."
b)"That is something you should ask your primary health care provider."
c)"Occasional smoking is not proven to be harmful during pregnancy."
d)"You should decrease the number of cigarettes you smoke." CORRECT ANSWERS
A
Harmful substances such as nicotine are transferred to the fetus and may cause fetal
abnormalities or altered fetal growth and development.
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What is the most accurate response from a nurse when a pregnant woman having an
ultrasound at 8 weeks of gestation asks if she may learn her expectant child's sex?
a)"The external genitalia will not be visible on ultrasound until 10 weeks at the earliest."
b)"We will have to wait until the birth of your child to know for sure."
c)"Yes, we will be able to tell the sex of your child."
d)"No, the sex organs have not yet started to develop." CORRECT ANSWERS
A
By 8 weeks of gestation, the ovaries or testes are present and the beginnings of all systems
have developed. The external genitalia may be visible to ultrasound examination 10 weeks,
although it could be later.
Which hormone is produced by the placenta?
a)Aldosterone
b)Luteinizing hormone (LH)
c)Testosterone
d)Estrogen CORRECT ANSWERS
D
Estrogen is produced by the placenta. LH is produced by the anterior pituitary. Testosterone is
produced by the testes. Aldosterone is secreted by the adrenal cortex.
Which maternal hormone reduces uterine contractions to prevent spontaneous abortions?
a)Progesterone
b)Testosterone
c)Aldosterone
d)Estrogen CORRECT ANSWERS
A
One of the functions of progesterone is to reduce uterine contractions and is sometimes
supplemented by physicians to prevent spontaneous abortions.
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Which statements are true about the placenta? (Select all that apply.)
a)It functions as an endocrine gland during the pregnancy.
b)It is much larger than the fetus during the entire pregnancy.
c)It serves as an organ for fetal respiration, nutrition, and excretion.
d)It is always present in the uterus; it just grows in size during pregnancy.
e)It produces estrogen, which stimulates the development of breasts for lactation. CORRECT
ANSWERS
A, C, E
What functions does the amniotic fluid have? (Select all that apply.)
a)Nourishes the fetus
b)Allows buoyancy and fetal movement
c)Maintains an even temperature
d)Provides for fetal circulation
e)Allows for symmetrical growth CORRECT ANSWERS
B, C, E
The following are functions of amniotic fluid: maintains even temperature; prevents amniotic
sac from adhering to the fetal skin; allows symmetrical growth, buoyancy, and fetal movement;
and acts a cushion to protect the fetus and umbilical cord from injury. The placenta—not the
amniotic fluid—nourishes the fetus and plays a significant role in fetal circulation.
At what time during pregnancy would patient education focus mainly on physiological changes,
fetal development, and nutrition? CORRECT ANSWERS
During 1st trimester
The first trimester is when the woman focuses on herself; therefore, education should be
geared toward answering questions and providing information directly related to the woman
and changes of pregnancy. During the second and third trimesters, education focuses on
preparation for birth, parenting, and newborn care. Pre-conception education is geared toward
information relating to healthy living for conception.
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An experienced nurse is instructing a new nurse about communications concerning the patient.
The nurse suggests using an SBAR method and lists the four elements included in the
technique. Which four elements should be included in the instruction? (Think SBAR) CORRECT
ANSWERS
Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation
The Baby-Friendly Initiative's (BFI) main goal is to ensure that infants are breastfed for 12
months. (T or F) CORRECT ANSWERS
FALSE
The BFI role is to implement practices that protect, promote, and support breastfeeding
practices in hospitals and community agencies. It does not focus on ensuring that all women
breastfeed for 12 months.
According to the Family-Centred Maternity and Newborn Care (FCMNC) National Guidelines
early parent-infant attachment is critical for newborn and child development and the growth of
healthy families. (T or F) CORRECT ANSWERS
TRUE
What is the usual site of implantation in the female reproductive system? CORRECT ANSWERS
Upper section of the posterior uterine wall
An expectant mother is at her first prenatal visit. She informs the nurse that she smokes
cigarettes but has cut back to approximately 10 cigarettes per week and asks if she may
continue to smoke this many per week. What would be the best response?
a)"Smoking and alcohol use may adversely affect your baby's development."
b)"That is something you should ask your primary health care provider."
c)"Occasional smoking is not proven to be harmful during pregnancy."
d)"You should decrease the number of cigarettes you smoke." CORRECT ANSWERS
A
Harmful substances such as nicotine are transferred to the fetus and may cause fetal
abnormalities or altered fetal growth and development.
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What is the most accurate response from a nurse when a pregnant woman having an
ultrasound at 8 weeks of gestation asks if she may learn her expectant child's sex?
a)"The external genitalia will not be visible on ultrasound until 10 weeks at the earliest."
b)"We will have to wait until the birth of your child to know for sure."
c)"Yes, we will be able to tell the sex of your child."
d)"No, the sex organs have not yet started to develop." CORRECT ANSWERS
A
By 8 weeks of gestation, the ovaries or testes are present and the beginnings of all systems
have developed. The external genitalia may be visible to ultrasound examination 10 weeks,
although it could be later.
Which hormone is produced by the placenta?
a)Aldosterone
b)Luteinizing hormone (LH)
c)Testosterone
d)Estrogen CORRECT ANSWERS
D
Estrogen is produced by the placenta. LH is produced by the anterior pituitary. Testosterone is
produced by the testes. Aldosterone is secreted by the adrenal cortex.
Which maternal hormone reduces uterine contractions to prevent spontaneous abortions?
a)Progesterone
b)Testosterone
c)Aldosterone
d)Estrogen CORRECT ANSWERS
A
One of the functions of progesterone is to reduce uterine contractions and is sometimes
supplemented by physicians to prevent spontaneous abortions.
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Which statements are true about the placenta? (Select all that apply.)
a)It functions as an endocrine gland during the pregnancy.
b)It is much larger than the fetus during the entire pregnancy.
c)It serves as an organ for fetal respiration, nutrition, and excretion.
d)It is always present in the uterus; it just grows in size during pregnancy.
e)It produces estrogen, which stimulates the development of breasts for lactation. CORRECT
ANSWERS
A, C, E
What functions does the amniotic fluid have? (Select all that apply.)
a)Nourishes the fetus
b)Allows buoyancy and fetal movement
c)Maintains an even temperature
d)Provides for fetal circulation
e)Allows for symmetrical growth CORRECT ANSWERS
B, C, E
The following are functions of amniotic fluid: maintains even temperature; prevents amniotic
sac from adhering to the fetal skin; allows symmetrical growth, buoyancy, and fetal movement;
and acts a cushion to protect the fetus and umbilical cord from injury. The placenta—not the
amniotic fluid—nourishes the fetus and plays a significant role in fetal circulation.
At what time during pregnancy would patient education focus mainly on physiological changes,
fetal development, and nutrition? CORRECT ANSWERS
During 1st trimester
The first trimester is when the woman focuses on herself; therefore, education should be
geared toward answering questions and providing information directly related to the woman
and changes of pregnancy. During the second and third trimesters, education focuses on
preparation for birth, parenting, and newborn care. Pre-conception education is geared toward
information relating to healthy living for conception.
