Question 1

The settling of the fetus deeper into the pelvic cavity

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A)  occurs at the end of the first trimester.
B)  is known as lightening.
C)  is known as quickening.
D)  indicates delivery within 24 hours.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Teratogen is the term that refers to any

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A)  abnormality of the fetus.
B)  defect in the placenta.
C)  nutrient required for normal development.
D)  agent or influence that can cause birth defects.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Male infertility is the root cause of what percentage of all infertile couples?

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A)  11 percent
B)  26 percent
C)  38 percent
D)  50 percentE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 4

An expectant mother's nutritional status is an important factor in the health of the fetus.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a benefit associated with breastfeeding?

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A)  Breastfeeding contributes to postpregnancy weight loss.
B)  Breastfeeding can enhance the emotional attachment between mother and infant.
C)  Breastfeeding is a reliable form of birth control as long as breastfeeding continues.
D)  Breast milk is more suited to the nutritional needs of the infant and more easily digested when compared to formula.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 6

An advantage of amniocentesis,when compared to chorionic villus sampling,is that it can be performed in the first trimester,which allows for earlier intervention if a defect is detected.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

People from which of the following ethnic groups have a heightened risk of developing hemochromatosis (iron overload) ?

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A)  African
B)  Asian
C)  Irish
D)  MoroccanE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 8

Fertility drugs can help a woman ovulate.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The earliest point in pregnancy in which a fetus is likely to be able to survive outside of the uterus is the

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A)  end of the third trimester.
B)  end of the second trimester.
C)  beginning of the second trimester.
D)  middle of the third trimester.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

To decrease the risk of neural tube defects,women who are capable of becoming pregnant are urged to consume at least 400 micrograms daily of

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A)  folic acid.
B)  vitamin C.
C)  calcium.
D)  iron.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

Having mumps in early childhood can result in male sterility.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A premature infant is one that is born before the 40th week of gestation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The cluster of cells that implants in the uterus and lays the foundation for the development of the placenta and the eventual development of the fetus is the

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A)  ovum.
B)  zygote.
C)  germ cell.
D)  blastocyst.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

The major body structures and organ systems form during

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A)  the first trimester.
B)  the second trimester.
C)  the third trimester.
D)  the entire course of the pregnancy.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Explain the concept of preconception care,and briefly describe five questions,tests,or treatments that a woman may encounter during preconception care.

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Question 16

Which of the following statements about low birth weight (LBW) is TRUE?

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A)  Good prenatal care is the best strategy for preventing LBW.
B)  LBW is another term for prematurity.
C)  Among LBW babies,small-for-date babies have as many health-related problems as premature babies.
D)  LBW babies are likely to overeat as infants.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

The blastocyst becomes an embryo by about _______________ days after fertilization.

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A)  2
B)  7
C)  14
D)  42E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

Which one of the following is the most common recommendation regarding exercise during pregnancy for a woman who was physically active before the pregnancy?

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A)  Stop all exercises except for water sports like swimming.
B)  Continue a moderate exercise program.
C)  Stop exercising.
D)  Increase the intensity of exercise.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Describe the process of fertilization and early development,from the release of an egg from an ovary to the implantation of an embryo in the uterus.

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Question 20

Bonnie's pregnancy has been confirmed with a home pregnancy test.Bonnie should

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A)  establish a relationship with a health care provider so that she can receive the appropriate prenatal care.
B)  be patient and retest in two weeks because of the high incidence of false positive results with home pregnancy tests.
C)  spend the next few weeks researching obstetricians so she makes the correct decision.
D)  join a medically supervised weight-loss program to make sure she does not gain too much pregnancy weight.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 8: Pregnancy and Childbirth

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The earliest point in pregnancy in which a fetus is likely to be able to survive outside of the uterus is the

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Describe the process of fertilization and early development,from the release of an egg from an ovary to the implantation of an embryo in the uterus.

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An advantage of amniocentesis,when compared to chorionic villus sampling,is that it can be performed in the first trimester,which allows for earlier intervention if a defect is detected.

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Teratogen is the term that refers to any

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The major body structures and organ systems form during

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Fertility drugs can help a woman ovulate.

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Bonnie's pregnancy has been confirmed with a home pregnancy test.Bonnie should

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Explain the concept of preconception care,and briefly describe five questions,tests,or treatments that a woman may encounter during preconception care.

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Having mumps in early childhood can result in male sterility.

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An expectant mother's nutritional status is an important factor in the health of the fetus.

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People from which of the following ethnic groups have a heightened risk of developing hemochromatosis (iron overload) ?

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The cluster of cells that implants in the uterus and lays the foundation for the development of the placenta and the eventual development of the fetus is the

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To decrease the risk of neural tube defects,women who are capable of becoming pregnant are urged to consume at least 400 micrograms daily of

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Which of the following statements about low birth weight (LBW) is TRUE?

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The blastocyst becomes an embryo by about _______________ days after fertilization.

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A premature infant is one that is born before the 40th week of gestation.

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Male infertility is the root cause of what percentage of all infertile couples?

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit associated with breastfeeding?

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