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Fetal Development NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
At approximately ___ weeks of gestation, lecithin is forming on the alveolar surfaces, the eyelids open, and the fetus measures approximately 27 cm crown to rump and weighs approximately 1110 g.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: These milestones of human development occur at approximately 28 weeks.
Question 2 of 5
An expectant mother asks the nurse when her baby’s heart will begin to beat. The nurse explains that this will occur at which time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The heart begins to beat by the 4th gestational week.
Question 3 of 5
Expectant parents of twins tell the nurse they are having fraternal twins and are asking the nurse what that means. Which reply of the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fraternal twins are dizygotic, meaning they are as genetically similar as any other siblings.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is planning a prenatal class on fetal development. Which characteristics of prenatal development should the nurse include for a fetus of 24 weeks, based on fertilization age? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Ear cartilage firm: By 24 weeks, the fetus's ear cartilage has developed and become firm, allowing the ears to be more defined in shape.
Question 5 of 5
Where should a pregnant person at 34 weeks with preeclampsia deliver?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Level II hospitals are equipped to manage preeclampsia at 34 weeks. Home or Level I hospitals lack necessary resources.