ATI RN
Infertility Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
During fertility counseling, a patient asks about the impact of age on female fertility. What should the nurse explain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because fertility significantly declines after age 35 due to a decrease in the quantity and quality of eggs. As women age, the risk of chromosomal abnormalities in eggs increases, impacting fertility. Other choices are incorrect because fertility does not remain constant until menopause (A), age affects fertility regardless of other health issues (C), and fertility starts declining well before the age of 50 (D).
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is instructing a woman on the use of ovulation predictor kits. What should the nurse emphasize?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because the interval of greatest fertility is indeed on the day of the LH surge and the following two days. This is when ovulation is most likely to occur, and intercourse during this time maximizes the chances of conception. Choice A is incorrect because ovulation predictor kits are typically available over the counter, no prescription is required. Choice B is incorrect because the kit measures urine LH levels, not serum. Choice C is incorrect as the LH surge usually precedes ovulation by around 24-36 hours, not 12 hours.
Question 3 of 5
What is the purpose of progesterone supplementation after embryo transfer in IVF?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: To support the uterine lining and enhance implantation success. Progesterone supplementation is crucial after embryo transfer in IVF because it helps prepare the uterine lining for implantation and provides hormonal support to maintain a pregnancy. Progesterone is essential for the embryo to implant and for the early stages of pregnancy to progress. Therefore, the purpose of progesterone supplementation is to enhance the chances of successful implantation and support early pregnancy development. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect: A: To induce ovulation for the next cycle - Progesterone supplementation is not used to induce ovulation after embryo transfer in IVF. Ovulation should have already occurred before the embryo transfer. C: To suppress natural hormone levels for better control - Progesterone supplementation is not used to suppress hormone levels but rather to support hormonal balance during the implantation phase. D: To eliminate the risk of multiple pregnancies - Progesterone
Question 4 of 5
The parents have just received news that their infant has sickle cell disease. They ask the nurse if this could happen to future children. Because this is an example of an autosomal-recessive inheritance, what should the nurse tell Tim and Katie?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Each time you get pregnant, there will be a 25% chance that your child will inherit the gene from each parent and will have sickle cell disease. This is because sickle cell disease follows an autosomal-recessive inheritance pattern, meaning both parents must pass on the sickle cell gene for a child to have the disease. With each pregnancy, there is a 25% chance that the child will inherit one sickle cell gene from each parent, resulting in the disease. Choices A and D are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the inheritance pattern of sickle cell disease. Choice B is incorrect because it suggests a 50/50 chance, which is not the case with autosomal-recessive inheritance.
Question 5 of 5
A couple has just seen a genetic specialist regarding genetic anomalies of their infant. The specialist has ordered a karyotype to be performed. What should the nurse inform the couple about karyotyping?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: 1. Karyotyping involves analyzing an individual's chromosomes to identify any abnormalities. 2. It provides information about the number and structure of chromosomes, which can indicate genetic disorders. 3. This information is crucial for diagnosing genetic conditions and predicting possible health outcomes. 4. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as karyotyping does not assess growth, development, or physical deformities directly.