Pregnancy and fetal development(All answered perfectly)
A nurse is describing the development of the fetus to a group of pregnant women. When
describing the function of the placenta, which information would the nurse most likely include?
Select all that apply. correct answersIt supplies oxygen and nutrients to the fetus
It produces hormones that help maintain the pregnancy.
It carries waste away for excretion by the mother.
The clinical nurse specialist is conducting a program for a group of nurses working at the
prenatal clinic. When describing the preembryonic stage of fetal development, the nurse
describes the events of this stage. Place the events in their proper sequence as the nurse would
describe them. All options must be used. correct answersformation of the zygote
cleavage
formation of the morula
formation of blastocyst
implantation
The nurse is explaining to a primigravida how the zygote becomes implanted into the uterus.
How would the nurse describe the structure formed in this process known as the blastocyst?
correct answersFirst one, then two layers of cells surround a fluid-filled space.
The nurse is explaining the procedure for ultrasound to a pregnant client and is discussing the
amniotic fluid and how they will determine if there is too much or too little fluid. The client asks
about the purpose of the amniotic fluid. What should the nurse tell the client? correct answersIt is
for the physical protection of the growing fetus.
It regulates temperature.
It provides unrestricted movement.
It provides symmetrical growth.
When a woman is planning pregnancy, what is her window around ovulation to have
intercourse? correct answers5 days before to 2 days after ovulation
A pregnant woman and her partner present at her 12-week obstetrics visit, and they would like to
know what the baby looks like. How should the nurse reply? correct answers"The pregnancy is
in the fetal stage with an audible heartbeat and identifiable sex characteristics."
Amniotic fluid does not grow stagnant because: correct answersamniotic fluid is constantly
formed by the amnion.
When preparing a presentation for a group of pregnant women about fetal circulation, the nurse
would explain that which structure is primarily responsible for ensuring that highly oxygenated
blood reaches the fetal brain? correct answersforamen ovale
A client who is trying not to get pregnant calls the nurse on Saturday at 11 a.m. reporting that she
had unprotected sex on Thursday at 10 p.m.. She believes she has just ovulated and wants to
verify that she has no risk of pregnancy. What can the nurse tell her? correct answersIf she
, ovulated on Saturday around 11 a.m., the egg could be fertilized any time before about 11 a.m.
on Sunday.
On what day during pregnancy does the embryo implant on the uterine surface? correct
answerseight days after ovulation
What is the main purpose of the chorionic villi? correct answersProvide an exchange site for the
exchange of nutrients and wastes
A woman comes to the prenatal clinic suspecting that she is pregnant, and assessment reveals
probable signs of pregnancy. Which findings would the nurse most likely assess? Select all that
apply. correct answerspositive pregnancy test
ballottement
softening of the cervix
An obstetrical nurse is conducting a program for pregnant women who are in their first trimester.
The program focuses on the changes occurring in the woman's body as a result of the pregnancy.
When describing the effect of changing hormonal levels, which information would the nurse
most likely include? Select all that apply. correct answersMaintenance of the endometrium so
that the embryo can implant
Maternal metabolic changes to make nutrients available for mother and fetus
Relaxation of the ligaments that connect the pelvic bones, allowing them to spread slightly
preparing the breasts for lactation, keeping the milk from coming in until birth occurs
When teaching a pregnant client about the physiologic changes of pregnancy, the nurse reviews
the effect of pregnancy on glucose metabolism. Which underlying reason for the effect would the
nurse include? correct answersGlucose moves through the placenta to assist the fetus.
The nurse is helping a pregnant client adapt psychologically. What outcome best demonstrates
that the client has successfully adapted to the second trimester? correct answersThe client
accepts the reality and uniqueness of the baby
A woman in her first trimester of pregnancy is concerned about the effect that pregnancy will
have on her appearance. She is fit but underweight, and she plans to restrict her weight gain as
much as possible during pregnancy. How much weight should the nurse advise her to gain?
correct answers28 to 40 pounds (13 to 18 kilograms)
A pregnant vegan reports that she eats lots of dark green leafy vegetables, legumes, citrus fruits,
and berries. To ensure that her infant's nervous system will develop properly, what foods should
the nurse recommend that she add to her diet? correct answersfortified cereals
A pregnant client in her second trimester has a hemoglobin level of 11 g/dL. The nurse interprets
this as indicating: correct answershemodilution of pregnancy.
A nurse is describing the development of the fetus to a group of pregnant women. When
describing the function of the placenta, which information would the nurse most likely include?
Select all that apply. correct answersIt supplies oxygen and nutrients to the fetus
It produces hormones that help maintain the pregnancy.
It carries waste away for excretion by the mother.
The clinical nurse specialist is conducting a program for a group of nurses working at the
prenatal clinic. When describing the preembryonic stage of fetal development, the nurse
describes the events of this stage. Place the events in their proper sequence as the nurse would
describe them. All options must be used. correct answersformation of the zygote
cleavage
formation of the morula
formation of blastocyst
implantation
The nurse is explaining to a primigravida how the zygote becomes implanted into the uterus.
How would the nurse describe the structure formed in this process known as the blastocyst?
correct answersFirst one, then two layers of cells surround a fluid-filled space.
The nurse is explaining the procedure for ultrasound to a pregnant client and is discussing the
amniotic fluid and how they will determine if there is too much or too little fluid. The client asks
about the purpose of the amniotic fluid. What should the nurse tell the client? correct answersIt is
for the physical protection of the growing fetus.
It regulates temperature.
It provides unrestricted movement.
It provides symmetrical growth.
When a woman is planning pregnancy, what is her window around ovulation to have
intercourse? correct answers5 days before to 2 days after ovulation
A pregnant woman and her partner present at her 12-week obstetrics visit, and they would like to
know what the baby looks like. How should the nurse reply? correct answers"The pregnancy is
in the fetal stage with an audible heartbeat and identifiable sex characteristics."
Amniotic fluid does not grow stagnant because: correct answersamniotic fluid is constantly
formed by the amnion.
When preparing a presentation for a group of pregnant women about fetal circulation, the nurse
would explain that which structure is primarily responsible for ensuring that highly oxygenated
blood reaches the fetal brain? correct answersforamen ovale
A client who is trying not to get pregnant calls the nurse on Saturday at 11 a.m. reporting that she
had unprotected sex on Thursday at 10 p.m.. She believes she has just ovulated and wants to
verify that she has no risk of pregnancy. What can the nurse tell her? correct answersIf she
, ovulated on Saturday around 11 a.m., the egg could be fertilized any time before about 11 a.m.
on Sunday.
On what day during pregnancy does the embryo implant on the uterine surface? correct
answerseight days after ovulation
What is the main purpose of the chorionic villi? correct answersProvide an exchange site for the
exchange of nutrients and wastes
A woman comes to the prenatal clinic suspecting that she is pregnant, and assessment reveals
probable signs of pregnancy. Which findings would the nurse most likely assess? Select all that
apply. correct answerspositive pregnancy test
ballottement
softening of the cervix
An obstetrical nurse is conducting a program for pregnant women who are in their first trimester.
The program focuses on the changes occurring in the woman's body as a result of the pregnancy.
When describing the effect of changing hormonal levels, which information would the nurse
most likely include? Select all that apply. correct answersMaintenance of the endometrium so
that the embryo can implant
Maternal metabolic changes to make nutrients available for mother and fetus
Relaxation of the ligaments that connect the pelvic bones, allowing them to spread slightly
preparing the breasts for lactation, keeping the milk from coming in until birth occurs
When teaching a pregnant client about the physiologic changes of pregnancy, the nurse reviews
the effect of pregnancy on glucose metabolism. Which underlying reason for the effect would the
nurse include? correct answersGlucose moves through the placenta to assist the fetus.
The nurse is helping a pregnant client adapt psychologically. What outcome best demonstrates
that the client has successfully adapted to the second trimester? correct answersThe client
accepts the reality and uniqueness of the baby
A woman in her first trimester of pregnancy is concerned about the effect that pregnancy will
have on her appearance. She is fit but underweight, and she plans to restrict her weight gain as
much as possible during pregnancy. How much weight should the nurse advise her to gain?
correct answers28 to 40 pounds (13 to 18 kilograms)
A pregnant vegan reports that she eats lots of dark green leafy vegetables, legumes, citrus fruits,
and berries. To ensure that her infant's nervous system will develop properly, what foods should
the nurse recommend that she add to her diet? correct answersfortified cereals
A pregnant client in her second trimester has a hemoglobin level of 11 g/dL. The nurse interprets
this as indicating: correct answershemodilution of pregnancy.
