Nursing 209

N209: Reproductive Health Study Guide

Chapter Three Practice Exam 1. All of the following signs positively confirm a viable pregnancy EXCEPT: a. FHT’s auscultated via Doppler b. Positive serum hCG level c. Cardiac motion of fetus on ultrasound d. Palpation of fetal movements 2. Cardioversion is contraindicated during pregnancy due to safety concerns for the fetus. a. True b. False 3. Which statement regarding gastrointestinal pregnancy changes is NOT correct? a. Constipation from pressure on rectum and colon is common. b. Elevated progesterone increases HCL production. c. There is an increase in gallbladder complications. d. Heartburn is common due to decreased gastric mobility. 4. Pregnancy and perinatal outcome can be influenced by stress. a. True b. False 5. Anemia in pregnancy can affect which of the following? a. Risk for maternal blood loss during labor b. Incidence of PTD or LBW c. Ability to fight infection d. All of the above

6. Women who have pre-existing cardiac conditions are at a greater risk for all of the following complications in pregnancy EXCEPT: a. Increased blood volume and increased cardiac output b. Decreased oxygen consumption c. Complications from mitral or aortic valve disorders d. Increased risk for fetal cardiac defect and PTD 7. There is a decrease in insulin resistance during pregnancy. a. True b. False 8. The clinical findings noted in preeclampsia are: a. BP >14/90, headaches, and edema b. BP>140/90, proteinuria, and edema c. BP<140/90, proteinuria, and hyperreflexia d. Elevated BP and visual disturbances proteinuria 9. What is the most influential non-genetic factor in fetal development? a. Maternal age b. Placental function c. Exposure to teratogens d. Nutrition 10. Risk factors for the fetus when placental insufficiency is present include: a. Fetal death during delivery b. IUGR c. Oxygen deprivation at birth d. All of the above The answer key is found on page 109.

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