Nur 200 - Maternity (Part 2) UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
A pregnant woman in her third trimester reports frequent
urination, especially at night. What explanation will the
nurse provide?
A. " This is due to decreased kidney function during preg-
nancy."
B B. "The growing uterus puts pressure on your bladder,
increasing the need to urinate."
C. "Frequent urination is a sign of gestational diabetes,
and you need to be tested."
D. " You should decrease your fluid intake to reduce then
need to urinate."
During a class about the nutritional needs of pregnant
clients, the nursing instructor assesses understanding by
asking which supplement as helping prevent 70% of neur-
al tube defects. Which supplement will the students cor-
C rectly identify?
A. Ferrous Sulfate
B. Calcium Citrate
C. Folic Acid
D. Vitamin A
A nurse is explaining the purpose of a nonstress test (NST)
to a pregnant woman at 32 weeks of gestation. Which
statement by the nurse is correct?
A. "An NST measures the baby's heart rate in response to
uterine contractions."
, B. " An NST is used to determine the baby's weight and
position."
C. " An NST requires the baby to be stimulated with a
D buzzer to assess the heart rate response."
D. "An NST involves using a fetal monitor to observe the
baby's heart rate in response to its movement."
The parents are questioning why their newborn was born
deaf when there are no other deaf family members. The
nurse could explore possible exposure to teratogenic
agent at which stage of pregnancy?
A
A. 6 weeks
B. at fertilization
C. 12 weeks
D. 18 weeks
A nurse is assessing a pregnant woman at 30 weeks of
gestation. She reports experiencing occasional palpita-
tions and dizziness. Which of the following findings is most
likely related to these symptoms?
B
A. Decreased blood volume
B. Increased cardiac output
C. Decreased blood pressure
D. Reduced peripheral vascular resistance
During a prenatal visit, the nurse notes that a pregnant
woman is at 24 weeks of gestation. Which of the following
assessments is most important to perform at this stage of
C
pregnancy?
A. Assessment of fetal heart tones
, B. Measurement of fundal height
C. Screening for gestational diabetes
D. Evaluation of maternal weight gain
A nurse is providing prenatal education to a pregnant
woman. Which of the following recommendations should
be included to promote a healthy pregnancy?
A. "You should increase your intake of caffeine to stay
alert."
C B. "It is important to avoid all forms of exercise during
pregnancy."
C. "You should take prenatal vitamins daily, especially
those containing folic acid."
D. "You can safely consume alcohol in moderation during
pregnancy."
A pregnant woman is experiencing shortness of breath
and is concerned about normal respiratory changes dur-
ing pregnancy. Which of the following explanations would
the nurse provide to reassure her?
A. "Shortness of breath is unusual and should be evaluat-
ed immediately as it could indicate a serious problem."
B
B. "Shortness of breath can occur due to the growing
uterus pressing against the diaphragm, which is a normal
change during pregnancy."
C. "Shortness of breath is a sign that you may need to start
a breathing exercise program right away."
, D. "Shortness of breath typically occurs only in the third
trimester and is not related to any changes in respiratory
function."
The nurse is reviewing the health record of a client who
is pregnant. The provider indicatedthe client is exhibit-
ing probable signs of pregnancy. Which of the following
should be included? (Select all that apply)
B,C,D
A)Fetal heartbeat on ultrasound
B)Goodell's sign
C)Ballottement
D)Chadwick's sign
E)Quickening
Which of the following types of exercise is recommended
for pregnant women to improve cardiovascular fitness and
maintain a healthy weight?
B
A. High-intensity interval training
B. Swimming
C. Heavy weight lifting
D. Contact sports
A woman presents to the antenatal clinic after receiving a
positive home pregnancy test. She reports she has start-
ed to have vaginal bleeding this morning and her HCP
confirms a miscarriage. This is the third time this has
B happened to this patient. What hormone level is needed
to sustain an implanted embryo?
A. Luteinizing hormone (LH)
B. Progesterone
Answers
A pregnant woman in her third trimester reports frequent
urination, especially at night. What explanation will the
nurse provide?
A. " This is due to decreased kidney function during preg-
nancy."
B B. "The growing uterus puts pressure on your bladder,
increasing the need to urinate."
C. "Frequent urination is a sign of gestational diabetes,
and you need to be tested."
D. " You should decrease your fluid intake to reduce then
need to urinate."
During a class about the nutritional needs of pregnant
clients, the nursing instructor assesses understanding by
asking which supplement as helping prevent 70% of neur-
al tube defects. Which supplement will the students cor-
C rectly identify?
A. Ferrous Sulfate
B. Calcium Citrate
C. Folic Acid
D. Vitamin A
A nurse is explaining the purpose of a nonstress test (NST)
to a pregnant woman at 32 weeks of gestation. Which
statement by the nurse is correct?
A. "An NST measures the baby's heart rate in response to
uterine contractions."
, B. " An NST is used to determine the baby's weight and
position."
C. " An NST requires the baby to be stimulated with a
D buzzer to assess the heart rate response."
D. "An NST involves using a fetal monitor to observe the
baby's heart rate in response to its movement."
The parents are questioning why their newborn was born
deaf when there are no other deaf family members. The
nurse could explore possible exposure to teratogenic
agent at which stage of pregnancy?
A
A. 6 weeks
B. at fertilization
C. 12 weeks
D. 18 weeks
A nurse is assessing a pregnant woman at 30 weeks of
gestation. She reports experiencing occasional palpita-
tions and dizziness. Which of the following findings is most
likely related to these symptoms?
B
A. Decreased blood volume
B. Increased cardiac output
C. Decreased blood pressure
D. Reduced peripheral vascular resistance
During a prenatal visit, the nurse notes that a pregnant
woman is at 24 weeks of gestation. Which of the following
assessments is most important to perform at this stage of
C
pregnancy?
A. Assessment of fetal heart tones
, B. Measurement of fundal height
C. Screening for gestational diabetes
D. Evaluation of maternal weight gain
A nurse is providing prenatal education to a pregnant
woman. Which of the following recommendations should
be included to promote a healthy pregnancy?
A. "You should increase your intake of caffeine to stay
alert."
C B. "It is important to avoid all forms of exercise during
pregnancy."
C. "You should take prenatal vitamins daily, especially
those containing folic acid."
D. "You can safely consume alcohol in moderation during
pregnancy."
A pregnant woman is experiencing shortness of breath
and is concerned about normal respiratory changes dur-
ing pregnancy. Which of the following explanations would
the nurse provide to reassure her?
A. "Shortness of breath is unusual and should be evaluat-
ed immediately as it could indicate a serious problem."
B
B. "Shortness of breath can occur due to the growing
uterus pressing against the diaphragm, which is a normal
change during pregnancy."
C. "Shortness of breath is a sign that you may need to start
a breathing exercise program right away."
, D. "Shortness of breath typically occurs only in the third
trimester and is not related to any changes in respiratory
function."
The nurse is reviewing the health record of a client who
is pregnant. The provider indicatedthe client is exhibit-
ing probable signs of pregnancy. Which of the following
should be included? (Select all that apply)
B,C,D
A)Fetal heartbeat on ultrasound
B)Goodell's sign
C)Ballottement
D)Chadwick's sign
E)Quickening
Which of the following types of exercise is recommended
for pregnant women to improve cardiovascular fitness and
maintain a healthy weight?
B
A. High-intensity interval training
B. Swimming
C. Heavy weight lifting
D. Contact sports
A woman presents to the antenatal clinic after receiving a
positive home pregnancy test. She reports she has start-
ed to have vaginal bleeding this morning and her HCP
confirms a miscarriage. This is the third time this has
B happened to this patient. What hormone level is needed
to sustain an implanted embryo?
A. Luteinizing hormone (LH)
B. Progesterone
