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Anatomy and Physiology of Pregnancy Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is educating a pregnant client about common discomforts during the third trimester. Which statement by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Perform pelvic-tilt exercises. Pelvic-tilt exercises help alleviate back pain common in the third trimester by strengthening abdominal muscles and reducing strain on the lower back. This is appropriate for addressing discomforts during pregnancy. B: Eating crackers before getting out of bed helps with morning sickness, not third-trimester discomforts. C: Using humidifiers or saline nose drops is more related to nasal congestion, not common discomforts in the third trimester. D: Wearing a supportive bra is important during pregnancy but does not directly address common discomforts in the third trimester.
Question 2 of 5
A client is 8 weeks pregnant and has been eating more times during the day but ingesting smaller amounts of food at each meal or snack. What is her most likely goal?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Managing waves of nausea. During early pregnancy, many women experience nausea, and eating small, frequent meals can help manage this symptom. Eating smaller amounts of food at each meal or snack can help prevent overwhelming the stomach and minimize nausea. Weight loss is unlikely in early pregnancy, preventing gastric reflux is not typically a goal at 8 weeks, and managing daytime fatigue is not typically addressed by eating smaller, more frequent meals.
Question 3 of 5
Jose's wife, Camilla, is 5 months pregnant and seems more interested in sex than during the first trimester. However, he has told her he is worried about having normal 'relations,' fearing it will hurt the baby. What information can the nurse provide to assist in their decision about sexual activity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step 1: The correct answer is A because it provides accurate information. Intercourse during pregnancy is generally safe as long as there are no complications, and the baby is well protected by the amniotic fluid and membranes. Step 2: The membranes act as a barrier to protect the baby, and as long as there are no signs of preterm labor, intercourse should not harm the baby. Step 3: Option B is incorrect because there is no evidence to support that female orgasm during intercourse could harm the baby. Option C is incorrect as there is no need to avoid experimenting with different positions unless advised by a healthcare provider. Option D is incorrect as it oversimplifies the situation and doesn't provide accurate information.
Question 4 of 5
A physician has just documented on a prenatal client. The nurse notices that the physician notes the presence of Goodell's sign. The nurse understands that this sign indicates which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A, changes in the cervix. Goodell's sign refers to the softening of the cervix that occurs during early pregnancy due to increased vascularity and hormonal changes. This sign is an important indicator of pregnancy and is typically observed during the first trimester. Choice B, changes in the uterus, is incorrect because Goodell's sign specifically refers to changes in the cervix, not the uterus as a whole. Choice C, passive movement of an unengaged fetus, is incorrect as Goodell's sign is not related to fetal movement. Choice D, fetus that has begun to descend and engage in the pelvis, is also incorrect as Goodell's sign occurs much earlier in pregnancy before the fetus engages in the pelvis.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is educating a client about varicosities during pregnancy. Which statement by the client indicates effective teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because when sitting with both feet on the floor, it promotes proper circulation and reduces the risk of developing varicose veins. Elevating legs and avoiding crossing them also help. Choice A is incorrect as knee-high hose may constrict circulation. Choice C is irrelevant to varicosities. Choice D is important for monitoring fetal health but not directly related to varicose veins.