Chapter 8 - Psychosocial Adaptations to Pregnancy

Question 1

Reaction to uncertainty of pregnancy depends on the woman. T/F?

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Many women have ambivalence towards the pregnancy. T/F?

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Throughout the first trimester, the woman’s primary focus is on the fetus. T/F?

Answer 3

FALSE - it’s on herself.

Question 4

Nurses should concentrate on the mother’s physical and psychological needs during the period of self-focus. T/F?

Answer 4

True

Question 5

During the second trimester, she will think of the fetus as a separate entity. T/F?

Answer 5

True

Question 6

Early in the pregnancy, women can be narcissistic (worried about themselves) T/F?

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Use broad statements - it helps the mom to feel she can talk about stuff. T/F?

Answer 7

True

Question 8

Women can often have nightmares about deformed babies. T/F?

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Some pregnant women have issues with concentration and mental stuff. T/F?

Answer 9

True

Question 10

Mimicry - what is it?

Answer 10

newly pregnant women will act like pregnant women they knew or start walking differently, etc.

Question 11

What are the maternal tasks of pregnancy?

Answer 11

Safe passage for herself and baby, gaining acceptance of the baby and herself from her partner and family, learning to give of herself, developing attachment and interconnection with the unknown child.

Question 12

Fathers aren’t concerned during pregnancy. T/F?

Answer 12

FALSE - they are worried, especially if it wasn’t planned.

Question 13

Nurses should only focus on the mother and fetus. T/F?

Answer 13

FALSE - we should focus on the mother, father, and the infant as one patient.

Question 14

Couvade - def

Answer 14

Refers to pregnancy-related symptoms and behavior in expectant fathers.

Question 15

How do toddlers react to new siblings?

Answer 15

They WANT IT NOW, so don’t tell them until it’s close…also the kid might feel displaced, so do changes over time.

Question 16

How do children 3-12 years act with new siblings?

Answer 16

They’re more aware of the changes and realize a baby is going to be born! They will be excited but need education and need to know how it will affect the family. Sibling classes are good.

Question 17

The assumption that a multipara needs less help than a first time mother is true. T/F?

Answer 17

FALSE

Question 18

What is a special thing about the “new poor” ?

Answer 18

They may have just lost a job or something…so they aren’t used to getting assistance or anything.

Question 19

Mexican women may keep active to ensure a small baby and easy delivery. T/F?

Answer 19

True

Question 20

Women from India may stay away from the sun and heat. T/F?

Answer 20

True

Question 21

Cambodian women may begin prenatal care at 5-6 months gestation. T/F?

Answer 21

True

Question 22

Native American women may tie knots or make braids during pregnancy because it helps the cord. t/f?

Answer 22

FALSE - they are afraid it will HARM the baby.

Question 23

What is infibulation?

Answer 23

removal of part or all of the clit, labia’s, etc.