The most critical time of development during pregn

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The most critical time of development during pregnancy is during organogenesis, where teratogens can cause congenital abnormalities. When is this time period?

A. At the time of fertilization B. During the zygote period C. During the embryonic period D. At 20 weeks gestation

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Organogenesis occurs during the embryonic period, where teratogens have the highest impact.

Question 2 of 5

Choose appropriate client teaching related to maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP) analysis.

A. Abnormal MSAFP levels should be followed by more specific tests. B. High MSAFP levels are usually associated with chromosome abnormalities. C. Having MSAFP testing eliminates the need to perform an ultrasound examination. D. The initial MSAFP testing will be performed at 12 weeks of gestation.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Abnormal MSAFP levels require further investigation with more specific tests.

Question 3 of 5

An infertile couple learns that the female is unable to produce viable eggs. The male partner suggests the use of a surrogate as a means of having a child. The female states, 'I don’t want your baby with another woman!' The nurse is aware of which psychosocial issue with this couple?

A. The male blames the female for the infertility B. The female is jealous of the surrogate’s fertility C. The male needs to have a child with his genes D. The female is experiencing self-esteem issues

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The female is experiencing self-esteem issues due to infertility and the suggestion of a surrogate. The other choices either misinterpret the scenario or are less likely explanations for her reaction.

Question 4 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?

A. It is a decrease in the amount of amniotic fluid that occurs as a result of a neural tube defect. B. It is an increase in the amount of amniotic fluid, which can compress the baby’s cord. C. It is an increase in amniotic fluid that can occur as a result of having diabetes mellitus. D. It is a decrease in the amount of amniotic fluid that can cause preterm labor.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hydramnios involves increased amniotic fluid, often linked to diabetes mellitus and may compress the umbilical cord.

Question 5 of 5

A pregnant woman at 25 weeks' gestation tells the nurse that she dropped a pan last week and her baby jumped at the noise. Which response by the nurse is most accurate?

A. That must have been a coincidence; babies can't respond like that. B. The fetus is demonstrating the aural reflex. C. Babies respond to sound starting at about 24 weeks of gestation. D. Let me know if it happens again; we need to report that to your midwife.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Babies respond to sound starting at about 24 weeks of gestation.

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