PRIMARY MIDWIFERY PRACTICE WK1-5 QUESTIONS AND
DETAILED ANSWERS|ALREADY GRADED A
what is hCG and what changes occur in first trimester? Correct Ans-
human chorionic gonadotropin.
it is produced by the placenta and can be detected in blood 9 days after
fertilization.
it causes nausea and vomiting.
what is hPL and what changes occur in the first trimester? Correct Ans-
Human placental lactogen. it facilitates growth and accelerates transfer
of glucose and amino acids to the fetus. It helps prepare the body for
breastfeeding.
What is Oestrogen and what changes occur in the first trimester? Correct
Ans- It helps the growth of tissues. it helps to develop the mammary
ducts and the alveolar tissue in breast to prepare for breastfeeding.
What is progesterone and what changes occur in the first trimester?
Correct Ans- increase in blood flow to the womb. Thickens the uterine
lining. prevents ovulation. Causes Nausea, vomiting, reflux,
hypotension, gas and constipation
why is nausea common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- morning sickness is
due to the change in hormones (particularly hCG) and other
physiological changes.
, why is tiredness common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- Lack of energy
due to hormone change and other physiological changes.
why is constipation common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- caused by
hormone change. dietary and exercise contribute.
why is reflux common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- Results in heartburn.
made worse by higher abdominal pressure.
why is carpal tunnel syndrome common in pregnancy? Correct Ans-
Related to blood vessels and lymph system, extra fluid and swelling.
why is varicose veins common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- hemorrhoids,
related to changes in blood vessels or lymph system. due to dilation of
the vein n the leg and rectal region.
why is leg cramps common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- Causes sleep
disruption and increased daytime sleepiness and napping. muscle and
ligament related.
What would a midwife suggest when a pregnant woman is experiencing
morning sickness? Correct Ans- It is common, it is caused by your
changes in hormones which is very normal. Most women have morning
sickness by 8 weeks. Not always in the morning. Usually resolves by 16-
20 weeks for 90% of women. Makes it difficult to work. Increases
weight gain. Causes emotional, social and physiological impact.
Reduces the risk of miscarriage
DETAILED ANSWERS|ALREADY GRADED A
what is hCG and what changes occur in first trimester? Correct Ans-
human chorionic gonadotropin.
it is produced by the placenta and can be detected in blood 9 days after
fertilization.
it causes nausea and vomiting.
what is hPL and what changes occur in the first trimester? Correct Ans-
Human placental lactogen. it facilitates growth and accelerates transfer
of glucose and amino acids to the fetus. It helps prepare the body for
breastfeeding.
What is Oestrogen and what changes occur in the first trimester? Correct
Ans- It helps the growth of tissues. it helps to develop the mammary
ducts and the alveolar tissue in breast to prepare for breastfeeding.
What is progesterone and what changes occur in the first trimester?
Correct Ans- increase in blood flow to the womb. Thickens the uterine
lining. prevents ovulation. Causes Nausea, vomiting, reflux,
hypotension, gas and constipation
why is nausea common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- morning sickness is
due to the change in hormones (particularly hCG) and other
physiological changes.
, why is tiredness common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- Lack of energy
due to hormone change and other physiological changes.
why is constipation common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- caused by
hormone change. dietary and exercise contribute.
why is reflux common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- Results in heartburn.
made worse by higher abdominal pressure.
why is carpal tunnel syndrome common in pregnancy? Correct Ans-
Related to blood vessels and lymph system, extra fluid and swelling.
why is varicose veins common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- hemorrhoids,
related to changes in blood vessels or lymph system. due to dilation of
the vein n the leg and rectal region.
why is leg cramps common in pregnancy? Correct Ans- Causes sleep
disruption and increased daytime sleepiness and napping. muscle and
ligament related.
What would a midwife suggest when a pregnant woman is experiencing
morning sickness? Correct Ans- It is common, it is caused by your
changes in hormones which is very normal. Most women have morning
sickness by 8 weeks. Not always in the morning. Usually resolves by 16-
20 weeks for 90% of women. Makes it difficult to work. Increases
weight gain. Causes emotional, social and physiological impact.
Reduces the risk of miscarriage
