NARM Study Questions with Verified
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The difference between a disinfectant and an antiseptic is that? - ✅✅ a
disinfectant is used on lifeless objects only, while an antiseptic is used on the skin's
surface
Anatomy is defined as? - ✅✅ the study of the structure and shape of the body and
the body parts, and their relationship to one another
Physiology is defined as? - ✅✅ the study of how the body and its parts work or
function
An ultrasound at 12 weeks gestation could establish all the following - ✅✅ 1) A
viable, intrauterine pregnancy
2) Multiple pregnancy
3) Presence of fetal abnormalities such as anencephaly
Two hormones the placenta produces are? - ✅✅ estrogen and progesterone
The essential male hormone responsible for reproduction is? - ✅✅ Testosterone
In a normal monthly cycle, ovulation occurs around day? - ✅✅ Day 14
If conception fails to occur, menstruation takes place as a result of? - ✅✅
degeneration of the corpus luteum
Which term refers to the externally visible structures of the female reproductive
system, which are formed by two folds of fatty tissue covered with skin, extending
from the mons pubis anteriorly to merge with the muscles of the perineum, and
protect the inner genitalia? - ✅✅ Labia Majora
Which hormone stimulates and maintains milk production after childbirth? - ✅✅
prolactin
Where does fertilization usually occur? - ✅✅ In the Fallopian tubes
,The primary function of human chorionic gonadotropin (hcg) is to? - ✅✅
maintain the corpus luteum during the first trimester
Carmen is an Rh negative woman in the first stage of labor who has started
showing signs of a sinusoidal fetal heart tone pattern. What should the midwife do?
- ✅✅ transport to the hospital for delivery
Childbirth is also called? - ✅✅ parturition
Menarche is defined as? - ✅✅ the first menstrual period
Immediately following fertilization, the fertilized egg is called a? - ✅✅ zygote
The embryonic stage is defined as? - ✅✅ 2-8 weeks
The function of the placenta is to? - ✅✅ provide nutrients
"Midwives believe that every woman has a right to a safe, satisfying birth in the
setting of her own choice, with respect for human dignity, cultural sensitivity, and
informed choice." The quote is an example of a: - ✅✅ Philosophy of Care
In which portion of the fallopian tubes does fertilization normally occur? - ✅✅
the ampulla
A prenatal factor that may cause a hemorrhage is - ✅✅ grand multipara
During an abdominal examination of a woman at term, the midwife feels the
cephalic prominence on the same side as the fetal parts. This is indicative of which
of the following - ✅✅ vertex (occipital) presentation
The increased activity of the endometrial glands during the luteal phase of the
female reproductive cycle is stimulated by: - ✅✅ progesterone
Shelley is a 25 year old gravida 3 para 2 who has missed two menstrual periods
and is making her initial visit to the midwife. The midwife gave her a pregnancy
test and it was positive. Shelley reports nausea and occasional vomiting in the
, mornings. Which physiologic change of pregnancy is probably causing Shelley's
nausea and vomiting? - ✅✅ high levels of human chorionic gonadotropin
Janine had a baby 10 days ago and during a routine checkup, she mentions to her
midwife that the baby is requiring more frequent breast feeding. This change is
probably associated with: - ✅✅ Newborn's first growth spurt
Fetal heart rate variability is not affected by - ✅✅ Maternal Sleep
A woman is laboring at a birth center, and is acting irritable and cranky with her
husband and mother-in-law, who have been with her almost constantly all night.
She also has two sisters and a female cousin present, and a doula. The most
appropriate action for the midwife to take would be to - ✅✅ ask for some time
alone with her and inquire whether the crowd is bothering her
Which neonatal assessment finding should the midwife report to a physician if she
finds this while conducting a newborn exam at one hour after birth? - ✅✅ a
positive Ortolani's sign
What is the largest diameter of the fetal head? - ✅✅ occipitomental
During the first 10-12 weeks of pregnancy, the corpus luteum? - ✅✅ secretes
progesterone to maintain the pregnancy
Constipation during pregnancy is usually the result of? - ✅✅ prolonged stomach
emptying time and decreased intestinal motility
What is a positive sign of pregnancy? - ✅✅ ultrasound
A child born to a woman over the age of 35 has an increased risk of? - ✅✅
Trisomy 21
What is the best recommendation for a woman with morning sickness? - ✅✅ eat a
dry carbohydrate, such as crackers, before getting out of bed
The definition of pica is? - ✅✅ the craving for non-food, non-nutritive substances
such as ice, clay, dirt, starch or plaster
Answers
The difference between a disinfectant and an antiseptic is that? - ✅✅ a
disinfectant is used on lifeless objects only, while an antiseptic is used on the skin's
surface
Anatomy is defined as? - ✅✅ the study of the structure and shape of the body and
the body parts, and their relationship to one another
Physiology is defined as? - ✅✅ the study of how the body and its parts work or
function
An ultrasound at 12 weeks gestation could establish all the following - ✅✅ 1) A
viable, intrauterine pregnancy
2) Multiple pregnancy
3) Presence of fetal abnormalities such as anencephaly
Two hormones the placenta produces are? - ✅✅ estrogen and progesterone
The essential male hormone responsible for reproduction is? - ✅✅ Testosterone
In a normal monthly cycle, ovulation occurs around day? - ✅✅ Day 14
If conception fails to occur, menstruation takes place as a result of? - ✅✅
degeneration of the corpus luteum
Which term refers to the externally visible structures of the female reproductive
system, which are formed by two folds of fatty tissue covered with skin, extending
from the mons pubis anteriorly to merge with the muscles of the perineum, and
protect the inner genitalia? - ✅✅ Labia Majora
Which hormone stimulates and maintains milk production after childbirth? - ✅✅
prolactin
Where does fertilization usually occur? - ✅✅ In the Fallopian tubes
,The primary function of human chorionic gonadotropin (hcg) is to? - ✅✅
maintain the corpus luteum during the first trimester
Carmen is an Rh negative woman in the first stage of labor who has started
showing signs of a sinusoidal fetal heart tone pattern. What should the midwife do?
- ✅✅ transport to the hospital for delivery
Childbirth is also called? - ✅✅ parturition
Menarche is defined as? - ✅✅ the first menstrual period
Immediately following fertilization, the fertilized egg is called a? - ✅✅ zygote
The embryonic stage is defined as? - ✅✅ 2-8 weeks
The function of the placenta is to? - ✅✅ provide nutrients
"Midwives believe that every woman has a right to a safe, satisfying birth in the
setting of her own choice, with respect for human dignity, cultural sensitivity, and
informed choice." The quote is an example of a: - ✅✅ Philosophy of Care
In which portion of the fallopian tubes does fertilization normally occur? - ✅✅
the ampulla
A prenatal factor that may cause a hemorrhage is - ✅✅ grand multipara
During an abdominal examination of a woman at term, the midwife feels the
cephalic prominence on the same side as the fetal parts. This is indicative of which
of the following - ✅✅ vertex (occipital) presentation
The increased activity of the endometrial glands during the luteal phase of the
female reproductive cycle is stimulated by: - ✅✅ progesterone
Shelley is a 25 year old gravida 3 para 2 who has missed two menstrual periods
and is making her initial visit to the midwife. The midwife gave her a pregnancy
test and it was positive. Shelley reports nausea and occasional vomiting in the
, mornings. Which physiologic change of pregnancy is probably causing Shelley's
nausea and vomiting? - ✅✅ high levels of human chorionic gonadotropin
Janine had a baby 10 days ago and during a routine checkup, she mentions to her
midwife that the baby is requiring more frequent breast feeding. This change is
probably associated with: - ✅✅ Newborn's first growth spurt
Fetal heart rate variability is not affected by - ✅✅ Maternal Sleep
A woman is laboring at a birth center, and is acting irritable and cranky with her
husband and mother-in-law, who have been with her almost constantly all night.
She also has two sisters and a female cousin present, and a doula. The most
appropriate action for the midwife to take would be to - ✅✅ ask for some time
alone with her and inquire whether the crowd is bothering her
Which neonatal assessment finding should the midwife report to a physician if she
finds this while conducting a newborn exam at one hour after birth? - ✅✅ a
positive Ortolani's sign
What is the largest diameter of the fetal head? - ✅✅ occipitomental
During the first 10-12 weeks of pregnancy, the corpus luteum? - ✅✅ secretes
progesterone to maintain the pregnancy
Constipation during pregnancy is usually the result of? - ✅✅ prolonged stomach
emptying time and decreased intestinal motility
What is a positive sign of pregnancy? - ✅✅ ultrasound
A child born to a woman over the age of 35 has an increased risk of? - ✅✅
Trisomy 21
What is the best recommendation for a woman with morning sickness? - ✅✅ eat a
dry carbohydrate, such as crackers, before getting out of bed
The definition of pica is? - ✅✅ the craving for non-food, non-nutritive substances
such as ice, clay, dirt, starch or plaster
