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Fetal Development NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
During a pregnant woman’s second trimester anatomy scan, the fetus was in breech position. The patient is now 34 weeks pregnant and asks how she can tell if the baby is in the right position. What test might be ordered to determine this?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An ultrasound can determine the fetus's position. Other tests are not typically used for this purpose.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing education about the newborn to a pregnant person and the soon-to-be grandparents. What information is the most important for the nurse to discuss to assist the extended family in adapting to their new role?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Addressing extended family role expectations helps them adapt to the newborn. Other choices focus on practical baby care.
Question 3 of 5
An infertile couple voices concern to the nurse about assisted reproductive technologies (ART). The nurse agrees that ART has created numerous dilemmas. Which potential questions does the nurse discuss with the couple? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ownership of embryos, informing children about donors, parental rights, and the fate of surplus embryos are all dilemmas associated with ART. Financial obligations of fertility donors may vary and are not commonly emphasized in counseling.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A patient who is 16 weeks pregnant with her first baby asks how long it will be before she feels the baby move. Which is the nurse’s best answer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Maternal perception of fetal movement (quickening) usually begins between 17 and 20 weeks after conception. Because this is her first pregnancy, movement is felt toward the later part of the 17 to 20 weeks. “The baby is moving, but you can’t feel it yet” may be alarming to the woman. “Some babies are quiet and you don’t feel them move” is a true statement; the fetus’ movements are not strong enough to be felt until 17 to 20 weeks; however, this statement does not answer the woman’s concern. Fetal movement should be felt between 17 and 20 weeks; if movement is not perceptible by the end of that time, further assessment will be necessary.