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Fetal Development NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 9
What hormone stimulates ovulation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: LH surge triggers ovulation.
Question 2 of 9
A key finding from the Human Genome Project is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Approximately 20,500 genes make up the human genome.
Question 3 of 9
The prenatal nurse is discussing fetal circulation with a student nurse. What statement by the student indicates to the prenatal nurse the student understands the information?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The umbilical cord has two arteries and one vein. Other statements about fetal circulation are incorrect.
Question 4 of 9
The nurse must be cognizant that an individual's genetic makeup is known as his or her:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The genotype comprises all the genes the individual can pass on to a future generation.
Question 5 of 9
Expectant parents of twins tell the nurse they are having fraternal twins and are asking the nurse what that means. Which reply of the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fraternal twins are dizygotic, meaning they are as genetically similar as any other siblings.
Question 6 of 9
Fetal circulation includes 3 shunts. Match each shunt to its physiologic action. Ductus arteriosus
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ductus arteriosus connects the pulmonary artery and aorta.
Question 7 of 9
What patient statement indicates the need for further education about amniocentesis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Amniocentesis is performed transabdominally, not transcervically, to obtain amniotic fluid.
Question 8 of 9
What are probable signs of pregnancy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Probable signs include Goodell sign, positive pregnancy test, and skin hyperpigmentation. Amenorrhea and fetal movement are subjective or definitive signs.
Question 9 of 9
The nurse is discussing genetically linked diseases with a couple planning a pregnancy. The female states, 'I am concerned because there is a history of sickle-cell disease in my family.' Which information from the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The male partner should undergo genetic testing to determine if he is a carrier of the sickle-cell gene. This information guides the couple's reproductive decisions.