Maternal Child Nursing Latest Exam
2024
Abruptio placentae - ANSWER-is defined as the premature separation of the placenta from the
uterus.
Amniotomy - ANSWER-incision into the amnion (rupture of the fetal membrane to induce labor; a
special hook is generally used to make the incision)
Ampulla - ANSWER-site of conception
Attitude - ANSWER-relationship of fetal parts to one another
Biparietal Diameter - ANSWER-largest transverse diameter of the fetal head; measured between the
parietal bones
Bloody Show - ANSWER-pink streaks from dialating cervix
Breech - ANSWER-baby is born bottom first instead of head first
Cephalic - ANSWER-head
Chadwick's sign - ANSWER-Bluish purple discoloration of the cervix, vagina, and labia during
pregnancy as a result of increased vascular congestion.
chroinic villi - ANSWER-product of conception
Cleansing Breath - ANSWER-a slow deep breath that is taken at the beginning and end of each
contraction of labor
conjoined twins - ANSWER-Monozygotic twins who are born physically joined to one another.
corpus luteum - ANSWER-is a mass of cells that forms in an ovary and is responsible for the
production of the hormone progesterone during early pregnancy
Counterpressure - ANSWER-application of pressure to the sacrum during contractions
Crowning - ANSWER-when part of the baby is visible through the vaginal opening
CS - ANSWER-cesarean section
Descent - ANSWER-presenting part begins the journey through the pelvis
dizygotic twins - ANSWER-twins who are produced when two separate ova are fertilized by two
separate sperm at roughly the same time
Ductus arteriosus - ANSWER-bypasses lungs from pulmonary artery to aorta
Ductus venosus - ANSWER-bypasses liver from umbilical vein to inferior vena cava
Effacement - ANSWER-thinning of the cervix
Effluerage - ANSWER-Massage movement consists of a light continuous stroking movement and
should begin and end each massage
Engagement - ANSWER-Babies head is at 0 station
Episiotomy - ANSWER-surgical incision of the perineum to enlarge the vagina and to facilitate
delivery during childbirth
, Maternal Child Nursing Latest Exam
2024
Estrogen - ANSWER-•Aids in maturation of follicle and conception
•Increases vascularity
•Opens cervical os
•Causes cervical mucous to become abundant & slippery (egg-white consistency)
•Begins to build endometrial lining
Expulsion - ANSWER-birth of the fetal body
Extension - ANSWER-fetus head reaches perineum, it must deflect anteriorly- (begins with crowning)
External Rotation - ANSWER-After the head is born, the shoulders rotate 45* to align the head with
back and shoulders
False Pelvis - ANSWER-is the shallow portion above the pelvic brim- supports the abdominal viscera
Fern Test - ANSWER-estrogens in amniotic fluid cause crystallization of the salts ; crystals appear as a
blade of fern
First Trimester - ANSWER-1-13 weeks
Flexion - ANSWER-fetus tucks chin to chest
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) - ANSWER-secreted by the pituitary gland to stimulate maturation
of the egg cell (ovum)
Foramen ovale - ANSWER-bypasses lungs from R to L atrium
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) - ANSWER-A hormone released from the hypothalamus
that triggers the anterior pituitary to secrete FSH and LH.
Gravid/Gravida - ANSWER-pregnant woman; also, number of times woman has been pregnant
Human chorionic somatomammotropin (hCS) - ANSWER-Alters maternal metabolism to facilitate
fetal growth (insulin antagonist)
Hydramnios/Polyhydramnios - ANSWER-excessive volume of amniotic fluid (more than 2000ml at
term)
hysterosalpingogram - ANSWER-record of the uterus and fallopian tubes
Infertility - ANSWER-•Inability to conceive or maintain pregnancy after 1 year of unprotected
intercourse, if <35 years of age or after 6months, if >35 years of age.
infibulation - ANSWER-the ritual removal of the clitoris, prepuce, and labia, and the sewing together
of the vestibule
Internal Rotation - ANSWER-transverse diameter is widest-fetus turns from occipitotransverse to
occipitoanterior position (if in vertex position)
Intrapartum - ANSWER-begins with onset of regular contractions & lasts until expulsion of placenta
Intrathecal - ANSWER-a route of administration for drugs via an injection into the spinal canal
2024
Abruptio placentae - ANSWER-is defined as the premature separation of the placenta from the
uterus.
Amniotomy - ANSWER-incision into the amnion (rupture of the fetal membrane to induce labor; a
special hook is generally used to make the incision)
Ampulla - ANSWER-site of conception
Attitude - ANSWER-relationship of fetal parts to one another
Biparietal Diameter - ANSWER-largest transverse diameter of the fetal head; measured between the
parietal bones
Bloody Show - ANSWER-pink streaks from dialating cervix
Breech - ANSWER-baby is born bottom first instead of head first
Cephalic - ANSWER-head
Chadwick's sign - ANSWER-Bluish purple discoloration of the cervix, vagina, and labia during
pregnancy as a result of increased vascular congestion.
chroinic villi - ANSWER-product of conception
Cleansing Breath - ANSWER-a slow deep breath that is taken at the beginning and end of each
contraction of labor
conjoined twins - ANSWER-Monozygotic twins who are born physically joined to one another.
corpus luteum - ANSWER-is a mass of cells that forms in an ovary and is responsible for the
production of the hormone progesterone during early pregnancy
Counterpressure - ANSWER-application of pressure to the sacrum during contractions
Crowning - ANSWER-when part of the baby is visible through the vaginal opening
CS - ANSWER-cesarean section
Descent - ANSWER-presenting part begins the journey through the pelvis
dizygotic twins - ANSWER-twins who are produced when two separate ova are fertilized by two
separate sperm at roughly the same time
Ductus arteriosus - ANSWER-bypasses lungs from pulmonary artery to aorta
Ductus venosus - ANSWER-bypasses liver from umbilical vein to inferior vena cava
Effacement - ANSWER-thinning of the cervix
Effluerage - ANSWER-Massage movement consists of a light continuous stroking movement and
should begin and end each massage
Engagement - ANSWER-Babies head is at 0 station
Episiotomy - ANSWER-surgical incision of the perineum to enlarge the vagina and to facilitate
delivery during childbirth
, Maternal Child Nursing Latest Exam
2024
Estrogen - ANSWER-•Aids in maturation of follicle and conception
•Increases vascularity
•Opens cervical os
•Causes cervical mucous to become abundant & slippery (egg-white consistency)
•Begins to build endometrial lining
Expulsion - ANSWER-birth of the fetal body
Extension - ANSWER-fetus head reaches perineum, it must deflect anteriorly- (begins with crowning)
External Rotation - ANSWER-After the head is born, the shoulders rotate 45* to align the head with
back and shoulders
False Pelvis - ANSWER-is the shallow portion above the pelvic brim- supports the abdominal viscera
Fern Test - ANSWER-estrogens in amniotic fluid cause crystallization of the salts ; crystals appear as a
blade of fern
First Trimester - ANSWER-1-13 weeks
Flexion - ANSWER-fetus tucks chin to chest
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) - ANSWER-secreted by the pituitary gland to stimulate maturation
of the egg cell (ovum)
Foramen ovale - ANSWER-bypasses lungs from R to L atrium
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) - ANSWER-A hormone released from the hypothalamus
that triggers the anterior pituitary to secrete FSH and LH.
Gravid/Gravida - ANSWER-pregnant woman; also, number of times woman has been pregnant
Human chorionic somatomammotropin (hCS) - ANSWER-Alters maternal metabolism to facilitate
fetal growth (insulin antagonist)
Hydramnios/Polyhydramnios - ANSWER-excessive volume of amniotic fluid (more than 2000ml at
term)
hysterosalpingogram - ANSWER-record of the uterus and fallopian tubes
Infertility - ANSWER-•Inability to conceive or maintain pregnancy after 1 year of unprotected
intercourse, if <35 years of age or after 6months, if >35 years of age.
infibulation - ANSWER-the ritual removal of the clitoris, prepuce, and labia, and the sewing together
of the vestibule
Internal Rotation - ANSWER-transverse diameter is widest-fetus turns from occipitotransverse to
occipitoanterior position (if in vertex position)
Intrapartum - ANSWER-begins with onset of regular contractions & lasts until expulsion of placenta
Intrathecal - ANSWER-a route of administration for drugs via an injection into the spinal canal
