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Conception and Fetal Development NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient at 34 weeks gestation is undergoing an ultrasound. The nurse notes that the amniotic fluid is estimated at between 500 and 600 mL. Which deduction does the nurse make from this finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oligohydramnios, or low amniotic fluid, is indicated by the reduced volume, requiring close monitoring.
Question 2 of 5
What information would the nurse include when teaching a patient newly diagnosed with Huntington disease about having children?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Huntington disease is autosomal dominant, so there is a 50% chance of passing the gene to offspring.
Question 3 of 5
Along with gas exchange and nutrient transfer, the placenta produces many hormones necessary for normal pregnancy, including which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: - Estrogen: The placenta secretes estrogen during pregnancy, which plays a crucial role in maintaining the pregnancy and preparing the body for childbirth. Estrogen helps regulate the menstrual cycle, supports fetal development, and stimulates the growth of the uterus and breasts.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a pregnant person at 34 weeks’ gestation who is experiencing heartburn. The pregnant person asks why they are experiencing heartburn so often. What is the appropriate nurse’s response to the pregnant person’s question?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heartburn occurs because the cardiac sphincter relaxes, allowing acid reflux. Other options are incorrect causes.
Question 5 of 5
The most critical time of development during pregnancy is during organogenesis, where teratogens can cause congenital abnormalities. When is this time period?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Organogenesis occurs during the embryonic period, where teratogens have the highest impact.