Chapter 16: The Prenatal Period

Chapter 16: The Prenatal Period

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MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. A pregnant woman reports to the nurse that the first day of her last menstrual period was January 22. Using Nägele’s rule, which of the following dates would be the most accurate estimated date of delivery?

ANS:  C

An accurate estimated date of delivery is determined by using Nägele’s rule. This is done by adding 7 days to the date of the first day of her last normal menstrual period and subtracting 3 months: 22 + 7 = 29. Subtracting 3 months from January is October. Thus, the estimated date would be October 29.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Apply (Application)                               REF:   p. 352

2. Which of the following best describes an abnormality in structure or function that occurs during fetal development?

ANS:  A

During fetal development, an abnormality in structure or function is known as a congenital defect.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Understand (Comprehension)                  REF:   p. 353

3. During which week would pregnancy begin to pose health concerns for the fetus?

ANS:  D

When pregnancy continues beyond 42 weeks, or 2 weeks beyond the calculated due date, placental function decreases even more, posing concerns about the well-being of the fetus.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remember (Knowledge)                         REF:   p. 353

4. Which of the following changes is experienced by the urinary system during pregnancy?

ANS:  A

The urinary system undergoes dramatic changes during gestation. The changes include a 50% increase in GFR, an increase in the diameter of the ureters, and increase in urinary output related to total body water increase and an increase in bladder capacity.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Understand (Comprehension)                  REF:   pp. 353-354