Maternal And Child Health Nursing NCLEX Quiz 28

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1.

To prevent preterm labor from progressing. drugs are usually prescribed to halt the labor. The drugs commonly given are:
- A.
  
  Magnesium sulfate and terbutaline
- B.
  
  Prostaglandin and oxytocin
- C.
  
  Progesterone and estrogen
- D.
  
  Dexamethasone and prostaglandin
Correct Answer
A. Magnesium sulfate and terbutaline

Explanation
Magnesium sulfate acts as a CNS depressant as well as a smooth muscle relaxant. Terbutaline is a drug that inhibits the uterine smooth muscles from contracting. On the other hand. oxytocin and prostaglandin stimulates contraction of smooth muscles.

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2.

In placenta praevia marginalis. the placenta is found at the:
- A.
  
  Internal cervical os partly covering the opening
- B.
  
  External cervical os slightly covering the opening
- C.
  
  Lower segment of the uterus with the edges near the internal cervical os
- D.
  
  Lower portion of the uterus completely covering the cervix
Correct Answer
C. Lower segment of the uterus with the edges near the internal cervical os

Explanation
Placenta marginalis is a type of placenta previa wherein the placenta is implanted at the lower segment of the uterus thus the edges of the placenta are touching the internal cervical opening/os. The normal site of placental implantation is the upper portion of the uterus.

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In which of the following conditions can the causative agent pass through the placenta and affect the fetus in utero?
- A.
  
  Gonorrhea
- B.
  
  Rubella
- C.
  
  Candidiasis
- D.
  
  Moniliasis
Correct Answer
B. Rubella

Explanation
Rubella is caused by a virus and viruses have low molecular weight thus can pass through the placental barrier.Options A. C. and D: Gonorrhea. candidiasis and moniliasis are conditions that can affect the fetus as it passes through the vaginal canal during the delivery process.

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Which of the following can lead to infertility in adult males?
- A.
  
  German measles
- B.
  
  Orchitis
- C.
  
  Chicken pox
- D.
  
  Rubella
Correct Answer
B. Orchitis

Explanation
Orchitis is a complication that may accompany mumps in adult males. This condition is characterized by unilateral inflammation of one of the testes which can lead to atrophy of the affected testis. About 20-30% of males who gets mumps after puberty may develop this complication.

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Papanicolaou smear is usually done to determine cancer of
- A.
  
  Cervix
- B.
  
  Ovaries
- C.
  
  Fallopian tubes
- D.
  
  Breast
Correct Answer
A. Cervix

Explanation
Papanicolaou (Paps) smear is done to detect cervical cancer. It can’t detect cancer in ovaries and fallopian tubes because these organs are outside of the uterus and the abnormal cells from these organs will not be detected from a smear done on the cervix.

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Which of the following causes of infertility in the female is primarily psychological in origin?
- A.
  
  Vaginismus
- B.
  
  Dyspareunia
- C.
  
  Endometriosis
- D.
  
  Impotence
Correct Answer
A. Vaginismus

Explanation
Vaginismus is primarily psychological in origin.Option B: Dyspareunia is usually caused by infection. endometriosis or hormonal changes in menopause although may sometimes be psychological in origin.Option C: Endometriosis is a condition that is caused by organic abnormalities.

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Before giving a repeat dose of magnesium sulfate to a pre-eclamptic patient. the nurse should assess the patient’s condition. Which of the following conditions will require the nurse to temporarily suspend a repeat dose of magnesium sulfate?
- A.
  
  100 cc. urine output in 4 hours
- B.
  
  Knee jerk reflex is (+)2
- C.
  
  Serum magnesium level is 10mEg/L.
- D.
  
  Respiratory rate of 16/min
Correct Answer
A. 100 cc. urine output in 4 hours

Explanation
The minimum urine output expected for a repeat dose of MgSO4 is 30 cc/hr. If in 4 hours the urine output is only 100 cc this is low and can lead to poor excretion of Magnesium with a possible cumulative effect. which can be dangerous to the mother.

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Which of the following is TRUE in Rh incompatibility?
- A.
  
  The condition can occur if the mother is Rh(+) and the fetus is Rh(-)
- B.
  
  Every pregnancy of a Rh(-) mother will result to erythroblastosis fetalis
- C.
  
  On the first pregnancy of the Rh(-) mother. the fetus will not be affected
- D.
  
  RhoGam is given only during the first pregnancy to prevent incompatibility
Correct Answer
C. On the first pregnancy of the Rh(-) mother. the fetus will not be affected

Explanation
On the first pregnancy. the mother still has no contact with Rh(+) blood thus it has not antibodies against Rh(+). After the first pregnancy. even if terminated into an abortion. there is already the possibility of mixing of maternal and fetal blood so this can trigger the maternal blood to produce antibodies against Rh(+) blood. The fetus takes it’s blood type usually form the father.

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Which of the following are the most commonly assessed findings in cystitis?
- A.
  
  Frequency. urgency. dehydration. nausea. chills. and flank pain
- B.
  
  Nocturia. frequency. urgency dysuria. hematuria. fever and suprapubic pain
- C.
  
  Dehydration. hypertension. dysuria. suprapubic pain. chills. and fever
- D.
  
  High fever. chills. flank pain nausea. vomiting. dysuria. and frequency
Correct Answer
B. Nocturia. frequency. urgency dysuria. hematuria. fever and suprapubic pain

Explanation
Dehydration. hypertension. and chills are not typically associated with cystitis. High fever chills. flank pain. nausea. vomiting. dysuria. and frequency are associated with pyelonephritis.

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Which of the following best reflects the frequency of reported postpartum “blues”?
- A.
  
  Between 10% and 40% of all new mothers report some form of postpartum blues
- B.
  
  Between 30% and 50% of all new mothers report some form of postpartum blues
- C.
  
  Between 50% and 80% of all new mothers report some form of postpartum blues
- D.
  
  Between 25% and 70% of all new mothers report some form of postpartum blues
Correct Answer
C. Between 50% and 80% of all new mothers report some form of postpartum blues

Explanation
The ranges of 10% to 40%

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Maternal And Child Health Nursing NCLEX Quiz 28

To prevent preterm labor from progressing. drugs are usually prescribed to halt the labor. The drugs commonly given are:

In placenta praevia marginalis. the placenta is found at the:

In which of the following conditions can the causative agent pass through the placenta and affect the fetus in utero?

Which of the following can lead to infertility in adult males?

Papanicolaou smear is usually done to determine cancer of

Which of the following causes of infertility in the female is primarily psychological in origin?

Before giving a repeat dose of magnesium sulfate to a pre-eclamptic patient. the nurse should assess the patient’s condition. Which of the following conditions will require the nurse to temporarily suspend a repeat dose of magnesium sulfate?

Which of the following is TRUE in Rh incompatibility?

Which of the following are the most commonly assessed findings in cystitis?

Which of the following best reflects the frequency of reported postpartum “blues”?