HERZING UNIVERSITY OB EXAM #2
VERIFIED FOR 2025
1. Describe the significance of the 'moving toward a new normal' stage in
the context of motherhood.
This stage represents the transition and adjustment a mother
makes as she adapts to her new role and responsibilities.
This stage is focused on the initial bonding with the child.
This stage signifies the end of the motherhood journey.
This stage involves the preparation for childbirth and parenting.
2. If a pregnant woman presents with high blood pressure and signs of
abruption, what immediate actions should be taken to manage her
condition?
Perform a routine ultrasound to check fetal position.
Encourage the patient to rest and hydrate.
Monitor vital signs and prepare for potential delivery.
Administer insulin to control blood sugar levels.
3. Which the following is true regarding fetal fibronectin testing?
A positive result identifies with 99% accuracy that the patient is not
likely to deliver within the next two weeks
A positive result identifies with 99% accuracy that the patient is
,likely to deliver within the next two weeks
A negative result identifies with 99% accuracy that the patient is
not likely to deliver within the next two weeks
A negative result identifies with 99% accuracy that the patient is
likely to deliver within the next two weeks
,4. Stroking the sole of the foot and having the toes spread out is which
newborn reflex?
Swimming reflex
Sucking reflex
Rooting reflex
Babinski reflex
5. What does the acronym REEDA stand for in relation to wound
assessment?
Redness, Erythema, Edema, Drainage, Approximation
Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Discharge, Approximation
Redness, Edema, Erythema, Drainage, Assessment
Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Drainage, Approximation
6. In a scenario where a non-stress test shows abnormal results, which of
the following assessments would be most appropriate to further evaluate
fetal well-being?
Oxytocin test
Amniocentesis
L/S ratio
Estriol level
7. Amniocentesis results reveal an elevated alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) level.
This may be associated with:
Trisomy 18
Trisomy 21
Neural tube defect
, 8. Mrs. Werner is a 30-year-old patient who presents to your office. After a
thorough clinical examination, you diagnose mastitis. Which factor
typically causes this clinical condition?
Clogged milk duct
Ductal enlargement
Malignant breast tumor
Supernumerary nipple
9. A couple is expecting a child and the mother is 37 years old. They have a
family history of genetic disorders. What would be the most appropriate
course of action regarding genetic testing?
Only test if there are visible malformations at birth.
Do not conduct any testing since the mother feels healthy.
Wait until after the child is born to consider testing.
Conduct genetic testing due to maternal age and family history.
10. If a pregnant woman tests positive for Group Beta Streptococcus (GBS)
at 36 weeks, what is the recommended course of action?
Administer antibiotics immediately.
Monitor for symptoms only.
Perform cultures at 35-37 weeks.
Schedule a cesarean section.
11. A newborn presents with signs of hyperbilirubinemia. Considering the
maternal risk factors, which factor might have contributed to this
condition if the mother received Pitocin during labor?
Delayed cord clamping
VERIFIED FOR 2025
1. Describe the significance of the 'moving toward a new normal' stage in
the context of motherhood.
This stage represents the transition and adjustment a mother
makes as she adapts to her new role and responsibilities.
This stage is focused on the initial bonding with the child.
This stage signifies the end of the motherhood journey.
This stage involves the preparation for childbirth and parenting.
2. If a pregnant woman presents with high blood pressure and signs of
abruption, what immediate actions should be taken to manage her
condition?
Perform a routine ultrasound to check fetal position.
Encourage the patient to rest and hydrate.
Monitor vital signs and prepare for potential delivery.
Administer insulin to control blood sugar levels.
3. Which the following is true regarding fetal fibronectin testing?
A positive result identifies with 99% accuracy that the patient is not
likely to deliver within the next two weeks
A positive result identifies with 99% accuracy that the patient is
,likely to deliver within the next two weeks
A negative result identifies with 99% accuracy that the patient is
not likely to deliver within the next two weeks
A negative result identifies with 99% accuracy that the patient is
likely to deliver within the next two weeks
,4. Stroking the sole of the foot and having the toes spread out is which
newborn reflex?
Swimming reflex
Sucking reflex
Rooting reflex
Babinski reflex
5. What does the acronym REEDA stand for in relation to wound
assessment?
Redness, Erythema, Edema, Drainage, Approximation
Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Discharge, Approximation
Redness, Edema, Erythema, Drainage, Assessment
Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Drainage, Approximation
6. In a scenario where a non-stress test shows abnormal results, which of
the following assessments would be most appropriate to further evaluate
fetal well-being?
Oxytocin test
Amniocentesis
L/S ratio
Estriol level
7. Amniocentesis results reveal an elevated alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) level.
This may be associated with:
Trisomy 18
Trisomy 21
Neural tube defect
, 8. Mrs. Werner is a 30-year-old patient who presents to your office. After a
thorough clinical examination, you diagnose mastitis. Which factor
typically causes this clinical condition?
Clogged milk duct
Ductal enlargement
Malignant breast tumor
Supernumerary nipple
9. A couple is expecting a child and the mother is 37 years old. They have a
family history of genetic disorders. What would be the most appropriate
course of action regarding genetic testing?
Only test if there are visible malformations at birth.
Do not conduct any testing since the mother feels healthy.
Wait until after the child is born to consider testing.
Conduct genetic testing due to maternal age and family history.
10. If a pregnant woman tests positive for Group Beta Streptococcus (GBS)
at 36 weeks, what is the recommended course of action?
Administer antibiotics immediately.
Monitor for symptoms only.
Perform cultures at 35-37 weeks.
Schedule a cesarean section.
11. A newborn presents with signs of hyperbilirubinemia. Considering the
maternal risk factors, which factor might have contributed to this
condition if the mother received Pitocin during labor?
Delayed cord clamping
