NUR 2513 EXAM 1- MATERNAL CHILD NURSING WITH QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
VERIFIED ANSWERS
1. Vulnerable populations in maternal health: Women adolescent girls
older women incarcerated
women #$%^&*()
immigrant, refugee, and migrant women homeless
those with unanticipated stress infant preterm, ill,
or disabled those with lifestyle issues
alcoholism, use of illicit drugs, family violence
2. Examples of Nurse's role in genomic testing: Help individuals and families maximize benefits of genomic
advances
Require knowledge of human genetics and current genomic discoveries Need to understand potential
effects of genomic testing on families Research is needed to explore family experiences with genetic
testing Nurses must:
understand reasons for choosing or declining genetic testing
Be aware of how families handle ethical, legal, and social issues related to testing
3. Recommended weight gain in pregnancy based on BMI: Underweight (<18.5)-28-40 lbs
Normal (18.5-24.9)- 25-35 lbs
Overweight (25-29.9)- 15-25 lbs
Obese (>30)- 11-20 lbs
4. Teaching regarding weight gain in pregnancy: emphasize that the goal is to gain weight gradually through a
balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and low-fat dairy, while limiting added sugars and
unhealthy fats
5. Vitamins needed in prenatal period: Folic Acid, Iron, Calcium, Vitamin D, Iodine
6. Folic Acid in pregnancy: Crucial for preventing neural tube defects in developing fetus. Pregnant individuals should
consume 400-600 micrograms of folic acid daily, ideally before conception and throughout the first trimester. Good
sources of folic acid include green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fortified cereals, and supplements.
7. Iron in pregnancy: is needed to support the increased production of red blood cells and prevent iron-deficiency
anemia. Iron needs increase during pregnancy, and pregnant individuals should consume around 27 milligrams of iron per
day. Good sources of iron include lean meats, poultry, fish, fortified cereals, beans, and dark leafy greens.
8. Calcium in pregnancy: is essential for fetal bone development and maintaining maternal bone health. Pregnant
individuals should aim for 1,000 milligrams of cal-
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cium per day. Good sources of calcium include dairy products, fortified plant-based milk, tofu, almonds, and leafy greens
9. Vitamin D in pregnancy: Helps the body absorb calcium and is important for fetal bone development. Pregnant
#$%^&*()
individuals should aim for 600 international units of vitamin D per day. Good sources include fatty fish, fortified dairy
products, egg yolks, and sunlight exposure.
10. Iodine in pregnancy: is crucial for fetal brain development and thyroid function. Pregnant individuals should
consume 220 micrograms of iodine per day. Good sources of iodine include iodized salt, seafood, dairy products, and
seaweed.
11. Special Considerations: Adolescents- require additional nutritional counseling Vegetarians/Vegans- may require
supplements for iron, B12, calcium, and zinc Food insecurities- Food banks, WIC
Vitamin deficiency- correct with supplements
12. Nursing interventions for cravings: PICA- encourage nutrient-dense snacks to reduce cravings, suggest healthier
alternatives to satisfy cravings
Refer to dietician for individualized nutritional counseling
Collaborate with a mental health professional if psychological issues are present
13. Intimate Partner Violence: Includes physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, and economic abuse
It can occur in heterosexual, same-sex, or non-romantic relationships
Public health issue, affecting individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and socioeco- nomic statuses
the cycle of violence often involves tension-building, acute violence, and a honey- moon phase
14. Interventions for IPV: Act as a compassionate first responder, especially in emergencies and healthcare
settings
Be knowledgeable about cultural considerations, especially with vulnerable popula- tions
Work collaboratively with interprofessional teams, including social workers and forensic examiners
Inform woman about resources available to her help create safety plan
Mandated reporter
Primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention
15. Primary prevention of IPV: aimed at breaking the abuse cycle through com- munity educational initiatives by
nurses, physicians, law enforcement, teachers, and clergy
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VERIFIED ANSWERS
1. Vulnerable populations in maternal health: Women adolescent girls
older women incarcerated
women #$%^&*()
immigrant, refugee, and migrant women homeless
those with unanticipated stress infant preterm, ill,
or disabled those with lifestyle issues
alcoholism, use of illicit drugs, family violence
2. Examples of Nurse's role in genomic testing: Help individuals and families maximize benefits of genomic
advances
Require knowledge of human genetics and current genomic discoveries Need to understand potential
effects of genomic testing on families Research is needed to explore family experiences with genetic
testing Nurses must:
understand reasons for choosing or declining genetic testing
Be aware of how families handle ethical, legal, and social issues related to testing
3. Recommended weight gain in pregnancy based on BMI: Underweight (<18.5)-28-40 lbs
Normal (18.5-24.9)- 25-35 lbs
Overweight (25-29.9)- 15-25 lbs
Obese (>30)- 11-20 lbs
4. Teaching regarding weight gain in pregnancy: emphasize that the goal is to gain weight gradually through a
balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and low-fat dairy, while limiting added sugars and
unhealthy fats
5. Vitamins needed in prenatal period: Folic Acid, Iron, Calcium, Vitamin D, Iodine
6. Folic Acid in pregnancy: Crucial for preventing neural tube defects in developing fetus. Pregnant individuals should
consume 400-600 micrograms of folic acid daily, ideally before conception and throughout the first trimester. Good
sources of folic acid include green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fortified cereals, and supplements.
7. Iron in pregnancy: is needed to support the increased production of red blood cells and prevent iron-deficiency
anemia. Iron needs increase during pregnancy, and pregnant individuals should consume around 27 milligrams of iron per
day. Good sources of iron include lean meats, poultry, fish, fortified cereals, beans, and dark leafy greens.
8. Calcium in pregnancy: is essential for fetal bone development and maintaining maternal bone health. Pregnant
individuals should aim for 1,000 milligrams of cal-
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cium per day. Good sources of calcium include dairy products, fortified plant-based milk, tofu, almonds, and leafy greens
9. Vitamin D in pregnancy: Helps the body absorb calcium and is important for fetal bone development. Pregnant
#$%^&*()
individuals should aim for 600 international units of vitamin D per day. Good sources include fatty fish, fortified dairy
products, egg yolks, and sunlight exposure.
10. Iodine in pregnancy: is crucial for fetal brain development and thyroid function. Pregnant individuals should
consume 220 micrograms of iodine per day. Good sources of iodine include iodized salt, seafood, dairy products, and
seaweed.
11. Special Considerations: Adolescents- require additional nutritional counseling Vegetarians/Vegans- may require
supplements for iron, B12, calcium, and zinc Food insecurities- Food banks, WIC
Vitamin deficiency- correct with supplements
12. Nursing interventions for cravings: PICA- encourage nutrient-dense snacks to reduce cravings, suggest healthier
alternatives to satisfy cravings
Refer to dietician for individualized nutritional counseling
Collaborate with a mental health professional if psychological issues are present
13. Intimate Partner Violence: Includes physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, and economic abuse
It can occur in heterosexual, same-sex, or non-romantic relationships
Public health issue, affecting individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and socioeco- nomic statuses
the cycle of violence often involves tension-building, acute violence, and a honey- moon phase
14. Interventions for IPV: Act as a compassionate first responder, especially in emergencies and healthcare
settings
Be knowledgeable about cultural considerations, especially with vulnerable popula- tions
Work collaboratively with interprofessional teams, including social workers and forensic examiners
Inform woman about resources available to her help create safety plan
Mandated reporter
Primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention
15. Primary prevention of IPV: aimed at breaking the abuse cycle through com- munity educational initiatives by
nurses, physicians, law enforcement, teachers, and clergy
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