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Conception and Fetal Development NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The ___ is/are responsible for oxygen and carbon dioxide transport to and from the maternal bloodstream.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chorionic villi obtain oxygen and nutrients from the maternal bloodstream and dispose of carbon dioxide and waste products into the maternal blood.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A 36-year-old G2P0 patient has been told that she has hydramnios. She asks what might have caused this and if it will cause complications. What is the nurse’s correct response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hydramnios involves increased amniotic fluid, often linked to diabetes mellitus and may compress the umbilical cord.
Question 4 of 5
What medication would the nurse include in the discharge teaching for a patient after an egg retrieval?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Estrogen supplementation is often prescribed after egg retrieval to support the endometrial lining for embryo transfer.
Question 5 of 5
What is the purpose of cell-free DNA screening done in the first trimester?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cell-free DNA is used to assess the risk of chromosomal abnormalities. It does not determine gender or measure growth and development.