Nursing Board Review : Maternal And Child Health Nursing Part 2 (Practice Mode)
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- 1.
Nurse Bella explains to a 28 year old pregnant woman undergoing a non-stress test that the test is a way of evaluating the condition of the fetus by comparing the fetal heart rate with:
- A.
Fetal lie
- B.
Fetal movement
- C.
Maternal blood pressure
- D.
Maternal uterine contractions
Correct Answer
B. Fetal movementExplanation
Non-stress test measures response of the FHR to the fetal movement. With fetal movement, FHR increase by 15 beats and remain for 15 seconds then decrease to average rate. No increase means poor oxygenation perfusion to fetus.Rate this question:
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- 2.
During a 2 hour childbirth focusing on labor and delivery process for primigravida. The nurse describes the second maneuver that the fetus goes through during labor progress when the head is the presenting part as which of the following:
- A.
Flexion
- B.
Internal rotation
- C.
Descent
- D.
External rotation
Correct Answer
A. FlexionExplanation
The 6 cardinal movements of labor are descent, flexion, internal rotation, extension, external rotation and expulsion.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Mrs. Jovel Diaz went to the hospital to have her serum blood test for alpha-fetoprotein. The nurse informed her about the result of the elevation of serum AFP. The patient asked her what was the test for:
- A.
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
- B.
PKU
- C.
Down Syndrome
- D.
Neural tube defects
Correct Answer
D. Neural tube defectsExplanation
Alpha-fetoprotein is a substance produces by the fetal liver that is present in amniotic fluid and maternal serum. The level is abnormally high in the maternal serum if the fetus has an open spinal or abdominal defect because the open defect allows more AFP to appear.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Fetal heart rate can be auscultated with a fetoscope as early as:
- A.
5 weeks of gestation
- B.
10 weeks of gestation
- C.
15 weeks of gestation
- D.
20 weeks of gestation
Correct Answer
D. 20 weeks of gestationExplanation
The FHR can be auscultated with a fetoscope at about 20 weeks of gestation. FHR is usually auscultated at the midline suprapubic region with Doppler ultrasound at 10 to 12 weeks of gestation. FHR cannot be heard any earlier than 10 weeks of gestation.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Mrs. Bendivin states that she is experiencing aching swollen, leg veins. The nurse would explain that this is most probably the result of which of the following:
- A.
Thrombophlebitis
- B.
PIH
- C.
Pressure on blood vessels from the enlarging uterus
- D.
The force of gravity pulling down on the uterus
Correct Answer
C. Pressure on blood vessels from the enlarging uterusExplanation
Pressure of the growing fetus on blood vessels results in an increase risk for venous stasis in the lower extremities. Subsequently, edema and varicose vein formation may occur.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Mrs. Ella Santoros is a 25 year old primigravida who has Rheumatic heart disease lesion. Her pregnancy has just been diagnosed. Her heart disease has not caused her to limit physical activity in the past. Her cardiac disease and functional capacity classification is:
- A.
Class I
- B.
Class II
- C.
Class III
- D.
Class IV
Correct Answer
A. Class IExplanation
Clients under class I has no physical activity limitation. There is a slight limitation of physical activity in class II, ordinary activity causes fatigue, palpitation, dyspnea or angina. Class III is moderate limitation of physical activity; less than ordinary activity causes fatigue. Unable to carry on any activity without experiencing discomfort is under class IV.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The client asks the nurse, “When will this soft spot at the top of the head of my baby will close?” The nurse should instruct the mother that the neonate’s anterior fontanel will normally close by age:
- A.
2-3 months
- B.
6-8 months
- C.
10-12 months
- D.
12-18 months
Correct Answer
D. 12-18 monthsExplanation
Anterior fontanel closes at 12-18 months while posterior fontanel closes at birth until 2 months.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When a mother bleeds and the uterus is relaxed, soft and non-tender, you can account the cause to:
- A.
Atony of the uterus
- B.
Presence of uterine scar
- C.
Laceration of the birth canal
- D.
Presence of retained placenta fragments
Correct Answer
A. Atony of the uterusExplanation
Uterine atony, or relaxation of the uterus is the most frequent cause of postpartal hemorrhage. It is the inability to maintain the uterus in contracted state.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Mrs. Pichie Gonzales’s LMP began April 4, 2010. Her EDD should be which of the following:
- A.
February 11, 2011
- B.
January 11, 20111
- C.
December 12, 2010
- D.
November 14, 2010
Correct Answer
B. January 11, 20111Explanation
Using the Nagel’s rule, he use this formula ( -3 calendar months + 7 days).Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following prenatal laboratory test values would the nurse consider as significant?
- A.
Hematocrit 33.5%
- B.
WBC 8,000/mm3
- C.
Rubella titer less than 1:8
- D.
One hour glucose challenge test 110 g/dL
Correct Answer
C. Rubella titer less than 1:8Explanation
A rubella titer should be 1:8 or greater. Thus, a finding of a titer less than 1:8 is significant, indicating that the client may not possess immunity to rubella. A hematocrit of 33.5%, WBC of 8,000/mm3, and a 1 hour glucose challenge test of 110 g/dL are within normal parameters.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Aling Patricia is a patient with preeclampsia. You advise her about her condition, which would tell you that she has not really understood your instructions?
- A.
“I will restrict my fat in my diet.”
- B.
“I will limit my activities and rest more frequently throughout the day.”
- C.
“I will avoid salty foods in my diet.”
- D.
“I will come more regularly for check-up.”
Correct Answer
B. “I will limit my activities and rest more frequently throughout the day.”Explanation
Pregnant woman with preeclampsia should be in a complete bed rest. When body is in recumbent position, sodium tends to be excreted at a faster rate. It is the best method of aiding increased excretion of sodium and encouraging diuresis. Rest should always be in a lateral recumbent position to avoid uterine pressure on the vena cava and prevent supine hypotension.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Mrs. Grace Evangelista is admitted with severe preeclampsia. What type of room should the nurse select this patient?
- A.
A room next to the elevator.
- B.
The room farthest from the nursing station.
- C.
The quietest room on the floor.
- D.
The labor suite.
Correct Answer
C. The quietest room on the floor.Explanation
A loud noise such as a crying baby, or a dropped tray of equipment may be sufficient to trigger a seizure initiating eclampsia, a woman with severe preeclampsia should be admiotted to a private room so she can rest as undisturbed as possible. Darken the room if possible because bright light can trigger seizures.Rate this question:
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- 13.
During a prenatal check-up, the nurse explains to a client who is Rh negative that RhoGAM will be given:
- A.
Weekly during the 8th month because this is her third pregnancy.
- B.
During the second trimester, if amniocentesis indicates a problem.
- C.
To her infant immediately after delivery if the Coomb’s test is positive.
- D.
Within 72 hours after delivery if infant is found to be Rh positive.
Correct Answer
D. Within 72 hours after delivery if infant is found to be Rh positive.Explanation
RhoGAM is given to Rh-negative mothers within 72 hours after birth of Rh-positive baby to prevent development of antibodies in the maternal blood stream, which will be fata to succeeding Rh-positive offspring.Rate this question:
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- 14.
A baby boy was born at 8:50pm. At 8:55pm, the heart rate was 99 bpm. She has a weak cry, irregular respiration. She was moving all extremities and only her hands and feet were still slightly blue. The nurse should enter the APGAR score as:
- A.
5
- B.
6
- C.
7
- D.
8
Correct Answer
B. 6Explanation
Heart rate of 99 bpm-1; weak cry-1; irregular respiration-1; moving all extremities-2; extremities are slightly blue-1; with a total score of 6.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Billy is a 4 year old boy who has an IQ of 140 which means:
- A.
Average normal
- B.
Very superior
- C.
Above average
- D.
Genius
Correct Answer
D. GeniusExplanation
IQ= mental age/chronological age x 100. Mental age refers to the typical intelligence level found for people at a give chronological age. OQ of 140 and above is considered genius.Rate this question:
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- 16.
A newborn is brought to the nursery. Upon assessment, the nurse finds that the child has short palpebral fissures, thinned upper lip. Based on this data, the nurse suspects that the newborn is MOST likely showing the effects of:
- A.
Chronic toxoplasmosis
- B.
Lead poisoning
- C.
Congenital anomalies
- D.
Fetal alcohol syndrome
Correct Answer
D. Fetal alcohol syndromeExplanation
The newborn with fetal alcohol syndrome has a number of possible problems at birth. Characteristics that mark the syndrome include pre and postnatal growth retardation; CNS involvement such as cognitive challenge, microcephally and cerebral palsy; and a distinctive facial feature of a short palpebral fissure and thin upper lip.Rate this question:
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- 17.
A priority nursing intervention for the infant with cleft lip is which of the following:
- A.
Monitoring for adequate nutritional intake
- B.
Teaching high-risk newborn care
- C.
Assessing for respiratory distress
- D.
Preventing injury
Correct Answer
A. Monitoring for adequate nutritional intakeExplanation
The infant with cleft lip is unable to create an adequate seal for sucking. The child is at risk for inadequate nutritional intake as well as aspiration.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Nurse Jacob is assessing a 12 year old who has hemophilia A. Which of the following assessment findings would the nurse anticipate?
- A.
An excess of RBC
- B.
An excess of WBC
- C.
A deficiency of clotting factor VIII
- D.
A deficiency of clotting factor IX
Correct Answer
C. A deficiency of clotting factor VIIIExplanation
Hemophillia A (classic hemophilia) is a deficiency in factor VIII (an alpha globulin that stabilizes fibrin clots).Rate this question:
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- 19.
Celine, a mother of a 2 year old tells the nurse that her child “cries and has a fit when I have to leave him with a sitter or someone else.” Which of the following statements would be the nurse’s most accurate analysis of the mother’s comment?
- A.
The child has not experienced limit-setting or structure.
- B.
The child is expressing a physical need, such as hunger.
- C.
The mother has nurtured overdependence in the child.
- D.
The mother is describing her child’s separation anxiety.
Correct Answer
D. The mother is describing her child’s separation anxiety.Explanation
Before coming to any conclusion, the nurse should ask the mother focused questions; however, based on initial information, the analysis of separation anxiety would be most valid. Separation anxiety is a normal toddler response. When the child senses he is being sent away from those who most provide him with love and security. Crying is one way a child expresses a physical need; however, the nurse would be hasty in drawing this as first conclusion based on what the mother has said. Nurturing overdependence or not providing structure for the toddler are inaccurate conclusions based on the information provided.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Mylene Lopez, a 16 year old girl with scoliosis has recently received an invitation to a pool party. She asks the nurse how she can disguise her impairment when dressed in a bathing suit. Which nursing diagnosis can be justified by Mylene’s statement?
- A.
Anxiety
- B.
Body image disturbance
- C.
Ineffective individual coping
- D.
Social isolation
Correct Answer
B. Body image disturbanceExplanation
Mylene is experiencing uneasiness about the curvative of her spine, which will be more evident when she wears a bathing suit. This data suggests a body image disturbance. There is no evidence of anxiety or ineffective coping. The fact that Mylene is planning to attend a pool party dispels a diagnosis of social isolation.Rate this question:
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- 21.
The foul-smelling, frothy characteristic of the stool in cystic fibrosis results from the presence of large amounts of which of the following:
- A.
Sodium and chloride
- B.
Undigested fat
- C.
Semi-digested carbohydrates
- D.
Lipase, trypsin and amylase
Correct Answer
B. Undigested fatExplanation
The client with cystic fibrosis absorbs fat poorly because of the think secretions blocking the pancreatic duct. The lack of natural pancreatic enzyme leads to poor absorption of predominantly fats in the duodenum. Foul-smelling, frothy stool is termed steatorrhea.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Which of the following would be a disadvantage of breast feeding?
- A.
Involution occurs rapidly
- B.
The incidence of allergies increases due to maternal antibodies
- C.
The father may resent the infant’s demands on the mother’s body
- D.
There is a greater chance of error during preparation
Correct Answer
C. The father may resent the infant’s demands on the mother’s bodyExplanation
With breast feeding, the father’s body is not capable of providing the milk for the newborn, which may interfere with feeding the newborn, providing fewer chances for bonding, or he may be jealous of the infant’s demands on his wife time and body. Breast feeding is advantageous because uterine involution occurs more rapidly, thus minimizing blood loss. The presence of maternal antibodies in breast milk helps decrease the incidence of allergies in the newborn. A greater chance for error is associated with bottle feeding. No preparation required for breast feeding.Rate this question:
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- 23.
A client is noted to have lymphedema, webbed neck and low posterior hairline. Which of the following diagnoses is most appropriate?
- A.
Turner’s syndrome
- B.
Down’s syndrome
- C.
Marfan’s syndrome
- D.
Klinefelter’s syndrome
Correct Answer
A. Turner’s syndromeExplanation
Lymphedema, webbed neck and low posterior hairline, these are the 3 key assessment features in Turner’s syndrome. If the child is diagnosed early in age, proper treatment can be offered to the family. All newborns should be screened for possible congenital defects.Rate this question:
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- 24.
A 4 year old boy most likely perceives death in which way:
- A.
An insignificant event unless taught otherwise
- B.
Punishment for something the individual did
- C.
Something that just happens to older people
- D.
Temporary separation from the loved one.
Correct Answer
D. Temporary separation from the loved one.Explanation
The predominant perception of death by preschool age children is that death is temporary separation. Because that child is losing someone significant and will not see that person again, it’s inaccurate to infer death is insignificant, regardless of the child’s response.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Catherine Diaz is a 14 year old patient on a hematology unit who is being treated for sickle cell crisis. During a crisis such as that seen in sickle cell anemia, aldosterone release is stimulated. In what way might this influence Catherine’s fluid and electrolyte balance?
- A.
Sodium loss, water loss and potassium retention
- B.
Sodium loss, water los and potassium loss
- C.
Sodium retention, water loss and potassium retention
- D.
Sodium retention, water retention and potassium loss
Correct Answer
D. Sodium retention, water retention and potassium lossExplanation
Stress stimulates the adrenal cortex to increase the release of aldosterone. Aldosterone promotes the resorption of sodium, the retention of water and the loss of potassium.Rate this question:
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