Quiz 1 Questions Flashcards
1
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Normal temperature range
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36.5-37.5 degrees Celsius
2
Q
What is the definition of a fever?
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A temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or above.
3
Q
What is the definition of hypothermia?
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Core temperature of 35 degrees Celsius or less
4
Q
What is neonatal hypothermia?
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Core temperature of less than 36.5 degrees Celsius
5
Q
Ultrasound and biochemical markers (blood work) are the components of the
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Prenatal screen or Enhanced First Trimester Screening (eFTS)
6
Q
How is a symphysis fundal height conducted?
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Identify the symphysis pubis and place the measuring tape starting there. Then measure the distance from the symphysis pubis to the top of the fundus. Be consistent with this measurement and how it is done to properly track fetal growth trends.
