MATERNAL CHILD NURSING CARE BY
SHANNON E 2026 PRACTICE TEST PACK
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED INSIGHTS
◉ Mesoderm.
Answer: Muscles, bones, kidneys, blood vessels
◉ Endoderm.
Answer: Lining of GI tract, lungs, bladder, and urethra
◉ Zygote Stage.
Answer: Conception to implantation
◉ Embryo Stage.
Answer: 2nd to 8th week—major organs and structures form
◉ Fetus Stage.
Answer: 9th week to birth—growth and refinement
◉ Viability.
Answer: Begins around 20 weeks but requires NICU support
,◉ Placenta.
Answer: Facilitates nutrient/waste exchange; maternal and fetal
blood do not mix
◉ Umbilical Cord.
Answer: 2 arteries (carry deoxygenated blood from fetus), 1 vein
(returns oxygenated blood), Wharton's jelly protects vessels,
Normally 55 cm long
◉ Foramen Ovale.
Answer: Between right and left atria
◉ Ductus Arteriosus.
Answer: Between pulmonary artery and aorta
◉ Ductus Venosus.
Answer: Connects umbilical vein to inferior vena cava
◉ Circulation Changes After Birth.
Answer: Foramen Ovale functionally closes within 2 hours;
permanent by 3 months
,◉ Nutrition Needs During Pregnancy.
Answer: +300k cal/day (pregnancy), +500k cal/day (lactation)
◉ Weight Gain Recommendations.
Answer: Normal: 25-35 lbs, Overweight: 15-25 lbs, Obese: 11-20 lbs,
Twins: 37-54 lbs total
◉ FDA Pregnancy Drug Categories.
Answer: A: Safe, B: Safe in animals, not tested in humans, C: Caution
advised, D: Risks exist, may be justified, X: Never use—known fetal
harm
◉ Common Discomforts.
Answer: Nausea, fatigue, backache, leg cramps, heartburn,
hemorrhoids, discharge, varicose veins, edema
◉ Exercise During Pregnancy.
Answer: Frequency: 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity
weekly; Types: Walking, swimming, prenatal yoga, stationary cycling
◉ Fatigue.
Answer: Causes: Hormonal changes, increased energy demands.
Nursing Interventions: Encourage rest, balanced diet, light exercise.
, ◉ Varicose Veins.
Answer: Causes: Increased blood volume and pressure on veins.
Nursing Interventions: Elevate legs, wear support stockings, avoid
standing for long periods.
◉ Edema (LE Edema).
Answer: Causes: Fluid retention and increased blood volume.
Nursing Interventions: Elevate feet, avoid tight clothing, encourage
hydration.
◉ Nasal Stuffiness.
Answer: Causes: Hormonal effects on nasal mucosa. Nursing
Interventions: Use humidifiers, avoid nasal sprays unless prescribed,
increase fluid intake.
◉ Nausea.
Answer: Causes: Hormonal changes, especially in the first trimester.
Nursing Interventions: Eat small, frequent meals; avoid strong
odors; ginger or vitamin B6 may help.
◉ Heartburn (Pyrosis).
SHANNON E 2026 PRACTICE TEST PACK
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED INSIGHTS
◉ Mesoderm.
Answer: Muscles, bones, kidneys, blood vessels
◉ Endoderm.
Answer: Lining of GI tract, lungs, bladder, and urethra
◉ Zygote Stage.
Answer: Conception to implantation
◉ Embryo Stage.
Answer: 2nd to 8th week—major organs and structures form
◉ Fetus Stage.
Answer: 9th week to birth—growth and refinement
◉ Viability.
Answer: Begins around 20 weeks but requires NICU support
,◉ Placenta.
Answer: Facilitates nutrient/waste exchange; maternal and fetal
blood do not mix
◉ Umbilical Cord.
Answer: 2 arteries (carry deoxygenated blood from fetus), 1 vein
(returns oxygenated blood), Wharton's jelly protects vessels,
Normally 55 cm long
◉ Foramen Ovale.
Answer: Between right and left atria
◉ Ductus Arteriosus.
Answer: Between pulmonary artery and aorta
◉ Ductus Venosus.
Answer: Connects umbilical vein to inferior vena cava
◉ Circulation Changes After Birth.
Answer: Foramen Ovale functionally closes within 2 hours;
permanent by 3 months
,◉ Nutrition Needs During Pregnancy.
Answer: +300k cal/day (pregnancy), +500k cal/day (lactation)
◉ Weight Gain Recommendations.
Answer: Normal: 25-35 lbs, Overweight: 15-25 lbs, Obese: 11-20 lbs,
Twins: 37-54 lbs total
◉ FDA Pregnancy Drug Categories.
Answer: A: Safe, B: Safe in animals, not tested in humans, C: Caution
advised, D: Risks exist, may be justified, X: Never use—known fetal
harm
◉ Common Discomforts.
Answer: Nausea, fatigue, backache, leg cramps, heartburn,
hemorrhoids, discharge, varicose veins, edema
◉ Exercise During Pregnancy.
Answer: Frequency: 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity
weekly; Types: Walking, swimming, prenatal yoga, stationary cycling
◉ Fatigue.
Answer: Causes: Hormonal changes, increased energy demands.
Nursing Interventions: Encourage rest, balanced diet, light exercise.
, ◉ Varicose Veins.
Answer: Causes: Increased blood volume and pressure on veins.
Nursing Interventions: Elevate legs, wear support stockings, avoid
standing for long periods.
◉ Edema (LE Edema).
Answer: Causes: Fluid retention and increased blood volume.
Nursing Interventions: Elevate feet, avoid tight clothing, encourage
hydration.
◉ Nasal Stuffiness.
Answer: Causes: Hormonal effects on nasal mucosa. Nursing
Interventions: Use humidifiers, avoid nasal sprays unless prescribed,
increase fluid intake.
◉ Nausea.
Answer: Causes: Hormonal changes, especially in the first trimester.
Nursing Interventions: Eat small, frequent meals; avoid strong
odors; ginger or vitamin B6 may help.
◉ Heartburn (Pyrosis).
