➢ Davis Advantage for Basic Nursing 3rd Edition Treas Test
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Changes in blood volume and hematocrit in pregnancy >>100Correctanswers>>
BV grows 40-50% over pregnancy and peaks at term
BV to kidneys increases -> more peeing
Hematocrit low because of increase in BV (7%) so tell pt to stay hydrated
The increase BV also causes edema
Changes in resp system during pregnancy >>100Correctanswers>> Tidal
volume increases 30-40%
Progesterone causes chronic hyperventilation
Nurses should tell pts to rest with head elevated and take slow deep breaths
Changes in eyes and nose during pregnancy >>100Correctanswers>> Blurred
vision is common and only temporary
Nasal stuffiness and congestion can be relieved with increase in fluids
Nosebleeds become more common
Changes with mouth during pregnancy >>100Correctanswers>> Gingivitis from
an increase in blood supply/edema
Ptyalism gravidarum is increase saliva and lasts from 1st trimester to after birth
Pyrosis (heartburn) is common at the end of the third trimester
,Presumptive signs of pregnancy (PRESUME) >>100Correctanswers>> Period
absent (amenorrhea)
Really tired
Enlarged breasts
Sore breasts
Urination increase
Movement of fetus perceived (quickening)
Emesis (morning sickness)
Also stretch marks
Probable signs of pregnancy (PROBABLE) >>100Correctanswers>> Positive
pregnancy test
Retiring of fetus when uterus is pushed (Ballottement's sign)
Outline of fetus palpated
Braxton hicks’ contractions
A softening of the cervix (Goodell's sign)
Blueish color (Chadwick's sign)
Lower uterine segment soft (Hega's sign)
Enlarged uterus
Also, Pascack’s sign which is uterine asymmetry to implantation side
, Positive signs of pregnancy (FETUS) >>100Correctanswers>> Fetal movements
felt by healthcare professional
Electronic device detects HR
The delivery off the baby
Ultrasound
See visual movement
Establishing estimated date of birth >>100Correctanswers>> Naegele's rule,
add 7 days and subtract 3 months from the date of last menstruation
Misty is a new patient and, during her assessment, she mentions that she's a
vegetarian. What would be a priority nutritional recommendation for her?
She should begin eating meat as soon as possible to support her pregnancy.
She should take a calcium supplement to support her body's increased need for
calcium.
She should already know her nutritional needs as a vegetarian; no further
recommendations should be needed.
She should eat large meals with plenty of nuts, seeds, and leafy greens to
compensate for not eating meat. >>100Correctanswers>> She should take a
calcium supplement to support her body's increased need for calcium.
When discussing personal comfort with pregnant patients, which of the following
should be discouraged?
Douching
External genital cleansing
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Changes in blood volume and hematocrit in pregnancy >>100Correctanswers>>
BV grows 40-50% over pregnancy and peaks at term
BV to kidneys increases -> more peeing
Hematocrit low because of increase in BV (7%) so tell pt to stay hydrated
The increase BV also causes edema
Changes in resp system during pregnancy >>100Correctanswers>> Tidal
volume increases 30-40%
Progesterone causes chronic hyperventilation
Nurses should tell pts to rest with head elevated and take slow deep breaths
Changes in eyes and nose during pregnancy >>100Correctanswers>> Blurred
vision is common and only temporary
Nasal stuffiness and congestion can be relieved with increase in fluids
Nosebleeds become more common
Changes with mouth during pregnancy >>100Correctanswers>> Gingivitis from
an increase in blood supply/edema
Ptyalism gravidarum is increase saliva and lasts from 1st trimester to after birth
Pyrosis (heartburn) is common at the end of the third trimester
,Presumptive signs of pregnancy (PRESUME) >>100Correctanswers>> Period
absent (amenorrhea)
Really tired
Enlarged breasts
Sore breasts
Urination increase
Movement of fetus perceived (quickening)
Emesis (morning sickness)
Also stretch marks
Probable signs of pregnancy (PROBABLE) >>100Correctanswers>> Positive
pregnancy test
Retiring of fetus when uterus is pushed (Ballottement's sign)
Outline of fetus palpated
Braxton hicks’ contractions
A softening of the cervix (Goodell's sign)
Blueish color (Chadwick's sign)
Lower uterine segment soft (Hega's sign)
Enlarged uterus
Also, Pascack’s sign which is uterine asymmetry to implantation side
, Positive signs of pregnancy (FETUS) >>100Correctanswers>> Fetal movements
felt by healthcare professional
Electronic device detects HR
The delivery off the baby
Ultrasound
See visual movement
Establishing estimated date of birth >>100Correctanswers>> Naegele's rule,
add 7 days and subtract 3 months from the date of last menstruation
Misty is a new patient and, during her assessment, she mentions that she's a
vegetarian. What would be a priority nutritional recommendation for her?
She should begin eating meat as soon as possible to support her pregnancy.
She should take a calcium supplement to support her body's increased need for
calcium.
She should already know her nutritional needs as a vegetarian; no further
recommendations should be needed.
She should eat large meals with plenty of nuts, seeds, and leafy greens to
compensate for not eating meat. >>100Correctanswers>> She should take a
calcium supplement to support her body's increased need for calcium.
When discussing personal comfort with pregnant patients, which of the following
should be discouraged?
Douching
External genital cleansing
