NUR 313: OB: Lecture 3: Nursing Care of the
Family during Pregnancy: Exam 1 Questions and
Correct Answers, With Complete Solution. Updated
2024/2025.
A preparatory period physically in terms of fetal growth and parental adaptations
and psychologically in terms of anticipation of parenthood
What is the prenatal period
spans 9 calendar months, 10 months, 40 weeks or 280 days
What is the span of gestation
weeks 1-13
What is the first trimester considered
weeks 14-26
What is the second trimester considered
weeks 27-40
What is the third trimester considered
standard procedure for determining the gestational age of the fetus
What is an ultrasound
estimated date of birth
older terms:
-EDD- estimated date of delivery
-EDC- estimated date of confinement
What does EDB stand for
-breast changes
-urinary frequency
-fatigue
-ptyalism
-N/V
-Gingivitis and epulis
-Nasal stuffiness/epistaxis
-leukorrhea
-mood swings/mixed feelings about pregnancy
What are the common discomforts during the first trimester
Wear supportive maternity bra
What is the comfort measure for breast changes during the first trimester
-empty bladder regularly
-increase fluid intake during day and decrease in the evening
-perform kegel exercises
-report pain/burning during urination to provider
What are the comfort measures for urinary frequency during the first trimester
-rest as needed
-eat a well-balanced diet to prevent anemia
What are the comfort measures for fatigue during the first trimester
, excessive salavation
What is ptyalsim
-use astringent mouthwash
-chew gum, eat hard candy
What are the comfort measures for ptyalism during the first trimester
no, nausea is normal but it is not good if vomiting occurs for more than 24 hours
Is vomiting normal during pregnancy?
-avoid empty or overloaded stomach
-eat dry carbohydrates on awakening
-eat 5-6 small meals per day (avoid fried, odorous, greasy, spicy, gassy foods)
-accupressure, vit.B6, antihistamine, Herbs
What are the comfort measures for nausea and vomiting during the first trimester
-eat adequate protein, fresh fruits and vegetables
-brush gently; avoid infection- visit dentist
What are the comfort measures for gingivitis and epulis
apply pressure 2-3 cm above wrist, about 1/2 to 1 cm deep. The point is between 2
tendons
Where do you apply the pressure for accupressure to reduce nausea
-humidifier (cool air; saline drops/spray
-do not use OTC decongestants
What are the comfort measures for nasal stuffiness/epistaxis during the first trimester
-not preventable
-perform good hygienic practices
-do not douche
-report foul odor. change in discharge
What are the comfort measures for leukorrhea during the first trimester
-participate in pregnancy support group
-communicate concerns
-prescription drugs if needs (wellbutrin, zoloft)
-alternative techniques (light therapy, omega 3 fatty acids, exercise)
What are the comfort measures for mood swings, mixed feelings about pregnancy
during the first trimester
-supine hypotension (vena cava syndrome)
-Pyrosis (heartburn)
-constipation
-varicose veins
-round ligament pain around pelvis
-joint pain/backache
What are the common discomforts during the second trimester
-avoid supine position
-assume side-lying or sitting position
What are the comfort measures for supine hypotension (vena cava syndrome) during
the second trimester
-small, frequent meals
-avoid overeating, fatty/fried foods, lying down after eating
-use low-sodium antacids
Family during Pregnancy: Exam 1 Questions and
Correct Answers, With Complete Solution. Updated
2024/2025.
A preparatory period physically in terms of fetal growth and parental adaptations
and psychologically in terms of anticipation of parenthood
What is the prenatal period
spans 9 calendar months, 10 months, 40 weeks or 280 days
What is the span of gestation
weeks 1-13
What is the first trimester considered
weeks 14-26
What is the second trimester considered
weeks 27-40
What is the third trimester considered
standard procedure for determining the gestational age of the fetus
What is an ultrasound
estimated date of birth
older terms:
-EDD- estimated date of delivery
-EDC- estimated date of confinement
What does EDB stand for
-breast changes
-urinary frequency
-fatigue
-ptyalism
-N/V
-Gingivitis and epulis
-Nasal stuffiness/epistaxis
-leukorrhea
-mood swings/mixed feelings about pregnancy
What are the common discomforts during the first trimester
Wear supportive maternity bra
What is the comfort measure for breast changes during the first trimester
-empty bladder regularly
-increase fluid intake during day and decrease in the evening
-perform kegel exercises
-report pain/burning during urination to provider
What are the comfort measures for urinary frequency during the first trimester
-rest as needed
-eat a well-balanced diet to prevent anemia
What are the comfort measures for fatigue during the first trimester
, excessive salavation
What is ptyalsim
-use astringent mouthwash
-chew gum, eat hard candy
What are the comfort measures for ptyalism during the first trimester
no, nausea is normal but it is not good if vomiting occurs for more than 24 hours
Is vomiting normal during pregnancy?
-avoid empty or overloaded stomach
-eat dry carbohydrates on awakening
-eat 5-6 small meals per day (avoid fried, odorous, greasy, spicy, gassy foods)
-accupressure, vit.B6, antihistamine, Herbs
What are the comfort measures for nausea and vomiting during the first trimester
-eat adequate protein, fresh fruits and vegetables
-brush gently; avoid infection- visit dentist
What are the comfort measures for gingivitis and epulis
apply pressure 2-3 cm above wrist, about 1/2 to 1 cm deep. The point is between 2
tendons
Where do you apply the pressure for accupressure to reduce nausea
-humidifier (cool air; saline drops/spray
-do not use OTC decongestants
What are the comfort measures for nasal stuffiness/epistaxis during the first trimester
-not preventable
-perform good hygienic practices
-do not douche
-report foul odor. change in discharge
What are the comfort measures for leukorrhea during the first trimester
-participate in pregnancy support group
-communicate concerns
-prescription drugs if needs (wellbutrin, zoloft)
-alternative techniques (light therapy, omega 3 fatty acids, exercise)
What are the comfort measures for mood swings, mixed feelings about pregnancy
during the first trimester
-supine hypotension (vena cava syndrome)
-Pyrosis (heartburn)
-constipation
-varicose veins
-round ligament pain around pelvis
-joint pain/backache
What are the common discomforts during the second trimester
-avoid supine position
-assume side-lying or sitting position
What are the comfort measures for supine hypotension (vena cava syndrome) during
the second trimester
-small, frequent meals
-avoid overeating, fatty/fried foods, lying down after eating
-use low-sodium antacids
