Reproduction Quizzes Flashcards
The first period of reactivity in newborn transition extends to 8 hours after birth and is characterized by stabilization to extrauterine life.
FALSE
At 1 minute after birth an infant has a heart rate of 94, weak cry, some flexion of extremities, grimace, and pink body with blue extremities. What is the priority action of the nurse?
CALL FOR THE NEONATAL RESUSCITATION TEAM
Slight nasal flaring with a respiratory rate of 24 are expected findings in the term neonate.
FALSE
The nurse’s assessment of an infant 1 hour after birth reveals a fluid filled area on the scalp that crosses suture lines. What education does the nurse provide the parents? Select all that apply.
- this swelling typically resolves without causing problems
- the babys scalp has a small amount of swelling
- the swelling is caused by the babys head resting on the cervix during birth
A short lingual frenulum is an expected finding in the term neonate.
FALSE
By the third day of life, the term neonate should have 6-8 wet diapers per day.
TRUE
The term neonate is expected to lose up to what percentage of weight following birth?
10%
What reflexes are expected in the term infant? Select all that apply.
- plantar
- babinski
- moro
- rooting
Physiological jaundice of the newborn is a common finding in term newborns and is visible during the first 24 hours after birth.
FALSE
What comfort measures are appropriate for the infant experiencing a circumcision procedure? Select all that apply.
- provide oral sucrose solution on a pacifier
- apply topical lidocaine before the procedure as ordered
- prepare supplies for lidocaine injection by the provider of care
- swaddle the upper body
Placenta previa is characterized by bright painless bleeding after 20 weeks gestation. True or false.
TRUE
What are the risk factors for placenta previa? Select all that apply.
- large placenta
- smokes
- previous surgical delivery
- advanced maternal age (AMA)
A woman has a surgical delivery due to placenta previa. Her contracted uterus after surgery will prevent uterine hemorrhage. True or false
TRUE
Placental abruption describes the condition where the placenta completely separates from the uterine wall. True or false.
FALSE
When vasa previa occurs, the fetal vessels are covered in Wharton’s jelly. True or false.
FALSE
A woman who has experienced gestational trophoblastic disease must use a reliable form of _____________ for at least 1 year after treatment. Fill in the blank.
CONTRACEPTION
Expectant care vs. active management of placental abruption is determined by fetal maturity and ____________ ____________. Fill in the blanks.
BLOOD LOSS
A woman being actively managed for placental abruption receives an indwelling catheter to keep the bladder empty. True or false.
FALSE
What are the risk factors for abnormal placental attachment? Select all that apply.
- 35 years of age +
- previous surgical delivery
- smoking
Nuchal cord is a serious and rare occurrence in vaginal deliveries. True or false.
FALSE
When would the nurse anticipate giving Rh(o) D immune globulin? Select all that apply.
- Rh- woman experiencing a miscarriage at 10 weeks
- Rh- pregnant woman at 27 weeks gestation (receive at 26-28 weeks gestation)
- Adult Rh- female who received Rh+ blood by transfusion
- Rh- mother who gave birth to a Rh+ infant 20 hours ago(receive within 72 hours of birth)
A Rh- woman in her first pregnancy does not need to receive the Rh(o)D immune globulin
FALSE
Fetal RBCs may enter the maternal bloodstream at birth through the placenta or during placental disruption.
TRUE
If the Rh- woman in her first pregnancy does not receive Rh(o) D immune globulin at 26-28 weeks gestation, she will make antibodies that will attack the RBCs of the current fetus.
Group of answer choices
FALSE
What are the effects of Rh incompatibility and RBC attack by maternal antibodies on the fetus? Select all that apply.
- mental impairment
- anasarca
- cardia failure
- hydrops fetalis
- hemolytic disease of newborn
- erythroblastosis fetalis
- jaundice
When applying a condom, an empty space should be created at the tip and air should be removed by gently pressing air out toward the base. True or false.
TRUE
Women with a history of frequent urinary tract infections or latex allergy should not use a diaphragm for contraception. True or false.
TRUE
The contraceptive sponge does not need any preparation prior to use. True or false.
FALSE
If a woman forgets to take 1 oral contraceptive pill, she needs to take 2 pills a day for 2 days and no backup method is needed. True or false.
FALSE
What symptoms require the woman to stop taking the oral contraceptive pill immediately? Select all that apply.
- headaches
- eye problems
- abd pain
- chest pain
- severe leg pain
What symptoms require the woman to stop taking the oral contraceptive pill immediately? Select all that apply.
TRUE
The contraceptive patch may be placed anywhere on the torso and changed weekly for 3 weeks followed by a patch-free week. True or false.
FALSE
The contraceptive rod is inserted in the inner aspect of the non-dominant upper arm and prevents most ovulatory cycles. True or false.
TRUE
Emergency contraception is most effective if taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. True or false.
TRUE
What are the signs that a woman with an intrauterine device needs to abstain from intercourse and see her healthcare provider right away? Select all that apply.
- period late, abnormal bleeding
- string missing, shorter or longer
- infection exposure
- abd pain
- not felling well, fever
Preterm labor is predictable based on identifiable risk factors in the pregnant woman. True or false.
FALSE