NSG theory midterm prep (NSG Theory-Maternity &
Pediatrics) Questions With Complete Solutions
At what point does pre-eclampsia become eclampsia?
Presence of seizures
What is the best description of hemolytic disease of the
newborn (erythroblastosis fetalis)?
An immune reaction by the mother's blood against the Rh factor
on the fetus' red blood cells
What are the predisposing factors for placental abruption?
(Select all that apply.)
A - cigarette smoking
B - Poor nutrition
C - hypertension
D - folate deficiency
E - excessive weight gain
A, B, C, D
Which of the following would be considered teratogens?
A - glyburide
,B - nicotine
C - X-rays
D - Cannabis
E - Zika virus
B, C, D, E
A patient is 28 weeks pregnant and has gestational
hypertension. Which symptom would indicate that her
condition is becoming more severe?
Blurred vision
A nurse is aware that which of the following would be least
likely used to decrease the symptoms of hyperemesis
gravidarum?
Eating only three meals per day
When a pregnancy occurs outside the uterine cavity, it is
referred to as which of the following?
Ectopic pregnancy
Which symptoms should be reported to the health care
provider during the pregnancy? (Select all that apply.)
A - frequent urination
,B - vomiting in 1st trimester
C- Vaginal bleeding
D - sudden gush of fluid
E - Blurred vision
C, D, E
When 3 to __ cm of the fetal head is visible at the vaginal
opening, this is known as crowning.
4
What would the nurse expect a normal finding to be during
assessment of the fundus during the fourth stage of labour?
Firm and at the umbilicus
Which of the following would be a sign that birth may be
imminent?
Grunting sounds
Which statement made by an expectant mother
demonstrates understanding of home birth?
"I am low risk so home birth can be safe."
, Which assessments are included in evaluating a newborn
using the Apgar scoring system? (Select all that apply.)
A - heart rate
B - Cry
C - Colour
D - respiratory effort
E - reflexes
A, C, D, E
A primiparous woman in active labour would be between 4
to __ cm dilated.
10
What is the purpose of the administration of vitamin K
(AquaMEPHYTON) to a newborn?
Blood clotting
The health care provider performs a nitrazine paper test
and the nurse observes the strip paper to be deep blue in
colour. What is the significance of this assessment?
The fluid is alkaline and most likely amniotic fluid.
Pediatrics) Questions With Complete Solutions
At what point does pre-eclampsia become eclampsia?
Presence of seizures
What is the best description of hemolytic disease of the
newborn (erythroblastosis fetalis)?
An immune reaction by the mother's blood against the Rh factor
on the fetus' red blood cells
What are the predisposing factors for placental abruption?
(Select all that apply.)
A - cigarette smoking
B - Poor nutrition
C - hypertension
D - folate deficiency
E - excessive weight gain
A, B, C, D
Which of the following would be considered teratogens?
A - glyburide
,B - nicotine
C - X-rays
D - Cannabis
E - Zika virus
B, C, D, E
A patient is 28 weeks pregnant and has gestational
hypertension. Which symptom would indicate that her
condition is becoming more severe?
Blurred vision
A nurse is aware that which of the following would be least
likely used to decrease the symptoms of hyperemesis
gravidarum?
Eating only three meals per day
When a pregnancy occurs outside the uterine cavity, it is
referred to as which of the following?
Ectopic pregnancy
Which symptoms should be reported to the health care
provider during the pregnancy? (Select all that apply.)
A - frequent urination
,B - vomiting in 1st trimester
C- Vaginal bleeding
D - sudden gush of fluid
E - Blurred vision
C, D, E
When 3 to __ cm of the fetal head is visible at the vaginal
opening, this is known as crowning.
4
What would the nurse expect a normal finding to be during
assessment of the fundus during the fourth stage of labour?
Firm and at the umbilicus
Which of the following would be a sign that birth may be
imminent?
Grunting sounds
Which statement made by an expectant mother
demonstrates understanding of home birth?
"I am low risk so home birth can be safe."
, Which assessments are included in evaluating a newborn
using the Apgar scoring system? (Select all that apply.)
A - heart rate
B - Cry
C - Colour
D - respiratory effort
E - reflexes
A, C, D, E
A primiparous woman in active labour would be between 4
to __ cm dilated.
10
What is the purpose of the administration of vitamin K
(AquaMEPHYTON) to a newborn?
Blood clotting
The health care provider performs a nitrazine paper test
and the nurse observes the strip paper to be deep blue in
colour. What is the significance of this assessment?
The fluid is alkaline and most likely amniotic fluid.
