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AWHONN- Module 3 Exam Questions With
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The developmental task of the first trimester of pregnancy is - Answers✔movement from
conflict and ambivalence to acceptance.
During pregnancy, maternal hepatic glucose and pancreatic insulin production increase to meet
the metabolic demands of both the mother and fetus. Therefore, pregnancy is generally
characterized by - Answers✔post prandial hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia
Which of the following coagulation factors does not increase during pregnancy? -
Answers✔platelets
Caroline is admitted for observation with signs of preeclampsia. The physician orders a urine test
for protein. You recognize that the accuracy of urine specimen collection can be enhanced by -
Answers✔sending a 24-hour urine collection instead of a single sample to accommodate diurnal
fluctuations in urine flow.
Profound reproductive and endocrine changes occur throughout pregnancy. Which of the
following statements is true about progesterone? - Answers✔Progesterone supports and
maintains implantation of the developing embryo in early pregnancy.
During the 2nd trimester of pregnancy, a woman may choose to have a serum alpha-fetoprotein
(AFP) level drawn. An AFP is a screening tool for which - Answers✔a low level may be
associated with Down's syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities.
As pregnancy progresses, the effect of hormones produced by the placenta results in a decrease
in the mother's ability to use insulin. Which of the following is also an effect of maternal
hormones during pregnancy? - Answers✔An increase in the maternal demand for insulin
Which fetal structure provides nutrients to the fetus until the placenta is fully functioning? -
Answers✔yolk sac
Mrs. McKenzie has arrived for a routine prenatal visit. She is 34 weeks pregnant and is
complaining of heartburn and constipation. Her vital signs, fetal heart rate, and deep tendon
reflexes are normal. You recognize that her complaints may be due to a/an - Answers✔decrease
in gastric smooth muscle tone and motility caused by increasing maternal hormones.
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AWHONN- Module 3 Exam Questions With
Verified Answers
The developmental task of the first trimester of pregnancy is - Answers✔movement from
conflict and ambivalence to acceptance.
During pregnancy, maternal hepatic glucose and pancreatic insulin production increase to meet
the metabolic demands of both the mother and fetus. Therefore, pregnancy is generally
characterized by - Answers✔post prandial hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia
Which of the following coagulation factors does not increase during pregnancy? -
Answers✔platelets
Caroline is admitted for observation with signs of preeclampsia. The physician orders a urine test
for protein. You recognize that the accuracy of urine specimen collection can be enhanced by -
Answers✔sending a 24-hour urine collection instead of a single sample to accommodate diurnal
fluctuations in urine flow.
Profound reproductive and endocrine changes occur throughout pregnancy. Which of the
following statements is true about progesterone? - Answers✔Progesterone supports and
maintains implantation of the developing embryo in early pregnancy.
During the 2nd trimester of pregnancy, a woman may choose to have a serum alpha-fetoprotein
(AFP) level drawn. An AFP is a screening tool for which - Answers✔a low level may be
associated with Down's syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities.
As pregnancy progresses, the effect of hormones produced by the placenta results in a decrease
in the mother's ability to use insulin. Which of the following is also an effect of maternal
hormones during pregnancy? - Answers✔An increase in the maternal demand for insulin
Which fetal structure provides nutrients to the fetus until the placenta is fully functioning? -
Answers✔yolk sac
Mrs. McKenzie has arrived for a routine prenatal visit. She is 34 weeks pregnant and is
complaining of heartburn and constipation. Her vital signs, fetal heart rate, and deep tendon
reflexes are normal. You recognize that her complaints may be due to a/an - Answers✔decrease
in gastric smooth muscle tone and motility caused by increasing maternal hormones.
