This model is used to screen for intimate partner violence and should be used at every prenatal visit -
(correct Answer) - SAVE model
This positive sign of pregnancy can usually be accomplished at the first prenatal visit - (correct Answer) -
ultrasound verification of the embryo or fetus
This is the expected weight gain for women with a normal (average) BMI during pregnancy - (correct
Answer) - 25-35 pounds
Management of this discomfort of pregnancy involves avoiding caffeinated beverages and not lying
down for at least 3 hours after meals - (correct Answer) - heartburn/indigestion
Identify at least 2 way to promote safe air travel during pregnancy - (correct Answer) - to bring a copy of
the prenatal record in case care is needed, travel with a companion for safety, request an aisle seat and
walk around every 2 hours, wear support hose, drink plenty of water, practice calf-tensing exercises
This score is calculated based on the information obtained from the vaginal exam and determines if the
cervix is ready for labor - (correct Answer) - the Bishop score
After this happens during labor, assessment of the fetal heart rate is a priority to identify decelerations
that could indicate cord compression - (correct Answer) - rupture of membranes
This nonpharmacologic measure for pain relief in labor decreases pain by using a stimulus-response
conditioning and through distractio - (correct Answer) - breathing techniques or controlled breathing
This type of analgesia involves 1 or more drugs given orally, IM or IV to relieve pain and carries with it a
risk of respiratory depression - (correct Answer) - systemic analgesia
Name 3 actions for category III fetal heart rate tracings - (correct Answer) - discontinue oxytocin if being
given, reposition client, give oxygen via nonrebreather mask, increase IV fluids, modify pushing to
improve oxygenation
This nursing measure can be done at the bedside to encourage uterine subinvolution and prevent atony -
(correct Answer) - fundal massage
This discomfort/complication of breastfeeding is caused by improper positioning/latch - (correct Answer)
- sore nipples
this complication is when the placenta is inserted wholly or partially into the lower uterine segment,
partially or completely covering the internal cervical opening - (correct Answer) - placenta previa
This is the percent of blood volume a pregnant woman can lose without showing signs of shock - (correct
Answer) - 40%
This life threatening coagulopathy results in widespread clot formation in small vessels, which depletes
platelets and coagulation factors - (correct Answer) - DIC (disseminated intravascular coagulation)
Heat loss via this method involves loss of body heat to cooler surfaces not in direct contact with the
newborn - (correct Answer) - radiation