NRSG 3302 EXAM 1

The menstrual phase of the menstrual cycle is caused by - Answer- decreased E and P Symptoms of ovulation - Answer- Cervical mucosa ferns Mittelschmerz Pregnancy test - Answer- hCG Substances and teratogens - Answer- alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, opiates, sedatives, marijuana, amphetamines. Cause low birth weight, miscarriage, premature birth, sepsis, jitteriness etc. abnormality of the ears, what else should be checked? - Answer- check kidneys Vitamin linked to neural tube development? - Answer- folic acid Facts to know: - Answer- Fetal movement at 16-25 weeks FHR at 6-7 using vaginal ultrasound FHR at 8 weeks with doppler ultrasound BP is decreased in pregnant women XXY chromosome - Answer- can cause language problems, behavioral problems, weak muscles but can grow up and live a healthy, normal life. Placenta previa - Answer- painless vaginal bleeding abruption - Answer- painful vaginal bleeding preeclampsia - Answer- prolonged vomiting, hands and feet swell, epigastric RUQ discomfort and headache. UTI - Answer- burning upon urination fetal demise - Answer- decreased or absent fetal movement PROM - Answer- gush or leak of vaginal fluid, ruptured membranes Montgomery tubercles - Answer- The sebaceous glands on the areola, which enlarge and produce a secretion that protects and lubricates the nipples Colostrum - Answer- a specialized form of milk that delivers essential nutrients and antibodies in a form that the newborn can digest, first milk Angiomas - Answer- Vascular spiders on neck and thorax due to estrogen palmar erythema - Answer- vascular spiders on palms