ATI RN
Infertility Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is offering preconception counseling in a primary care clinic. Which statement by a patient indicates a need for correction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. Pregnancy rates are indeed related to the age of the male partner because sperm quality and quantity decline with age. This is crucial information in preconception counseling. Choice B is correct as STI testing for sexually active males is important for reproductive health. Choice C is correct as maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for both partners' fertility. Choice D is correct as certain medications can impact male fertility. In summary, the incorrect choice (A) contradicts established knowledge about male age and fertility, making it the correct answer.
Question 2 of 5
During infertility counseling, the nurse explains the purpose of an HSG (hysterosalpingogram). What is the best explanation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: The correct answer is B because an HSG is used to visualize the structure and patency of the uterus and fallopian tubes, helping to diagnose causes of infertility such as tubal blockages or abnormalities. A is incorrect because HSG does not assess ovarian function or hormone levels. C is incorrect as HSG does not determine ovulation timing but rather evaluates tubal patency. D is incorrect because HSG is not used to monitor fetal development.
Question 3 of 5
A patient undergoing infertility treatment asks about the importance of stress management. What should the nurse explain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because stress can indeed negatively affect hormone levels and ovulation, thereby impacting fertility treatment outcomes. High levels of stress can disrupt the delicate balance of hormones involved in the reproductive process, leading to irregular ovulation and potentially hindering conception. It is essential for patients undergoing infertility treatment to manage stress effectively to optimize their chances of success. Choice A is incorrect because research suggests that stress can impact fertility treatment outcomes. Choice C is incorrect as stress management is important throughout the fertility treatment process, not just after conception. Choice D is incorrect because while stress can contribute to infertility, it is not always the primary cause and can affect fertility differently in each partner.
Question 4 of 5
A couple is learning about assisted reproductive technologies (ART). Which method involves retrieving eggs and fertilizing them outside the body?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: In-vitro fertilization (IVF). In IVF, eggs are retrieved from the ovaries and fertilized with sperm in a laboratory dish. This method involves fertilization outside the body, making it the correct choice. A: Intrauterine insemination (IUI) involves placing washed sperm directly into the uterus, not fertilizing eggs outside the body. C: Ovarian stimulation is a process to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs but does not involve fertilization outside the body. D: Egg freezing is a method where eggs are frozen for future use but does not involve fertilization outside the body.
Question 5 of 5
During a consultation, a patient asks about egg freezing. What should the nurse emphasize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because the quality of eggs decreases with age due to biological factors, making earlier egg freezing more effective. Freezing eggs at a younger age preserves better quality eggs for future use in assisted reproduction techniques. Choice A is incorrect as egg freezing is not limited to women over 35. Choice C is incorrect as frozen eggs can be stored for much longer than five years. Choice D is incorrect because egg freezing does not eliminate the need for hormonal treatments; it simply preserves eggs for future use.