Assessment of the Pregnant Woman: Online Quizzes and Practice Tests

Question 1

When assessing the risk of pre-eclampsia, which of the following factors is considered the most significant?

Accepted Answer

Family history of pre-eclampsia

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Nulliparity

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Maternal age <20 years

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Obesity

Question 2

Which of the following findings on speculum examination of the cervix suggests an increased risk of preterm labour?

Accepted Answer

Shortened cervical length

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Soft cervix

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Dilated cervix

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Effaced cervix

Question 3

What is the most likely cause of a fundal height measurement that is less than expected for gestational age?

Accepted Answer

Intrauterine growth restriction

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Multiple pregnancy

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Macrosomia

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Gestational trophoblastic disease

Question 4

What is the overarching goal of intrapartum care?

Accepted Answer

To ensure a safe and positive birth experience for the mother and baby

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To monitor the progress of labour and intervene as necessary

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To provide emotional support to the mother and her partner

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To prevent postpartum haemorrhage

Question 5

Which assessment is the primary step in evaluating a pregnant woman's health?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive history taking

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Complete physical examination

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Extensive laboratory testing

Question 6

During the physical examination of a pregnant woman, which vital signs are essential to measure?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiratory rate

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Blood pressure and pulse only

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Blood pressure, pulse, and temperature only

Question 7

Which urine test is routinely performed during antenatal care to assess for urinary tract infections and proteinuria?

Accepted Answer

Urine microscopy and dipstick

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Midstream urine culture

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24-hour urine collection for proteinuria

Question 8

Which blood test is used to determine the risk of Down syndrome in a fetus?

Accepted Answer

First-trimester combined screening

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Complete blood count

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Ultrasound

Question 9

Which instrument is primarily used to measure the fetal heart rate during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Doppler ultrasound

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Stethoscope

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Fetal monitor

Question 10

What is the main purpose of performing Leopold's maneuvers during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

To assess fetal position and presentation

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To estimate fetal weight

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To diagnose fetal anomalies

Question 11

Which ultrasound finding is suggestive of fetal macrosomia?

Accepted Answer

Large abdominal circumference

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Increased amniotic fluid volume

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Shortened humerus length

Question 12

What is the most common原因 of maternal anemia during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Iron deficiency

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Vitamin B12 deficiency

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Folic acid deficiency

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT considered a risk factor for pre-eclampsia?

Accepted Answer

Optimal body mass index (BMI)

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Primiparity

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Previous history of pre-eclampsia

Question 14

Which physical examination technique is specifically used to evaluate fetal presentation and lie?

Accepted Answer

Leopold's maneuvers

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Abdominal palpation

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Vaginal examination

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Ultrasound imaging

Question 15

When performing laboratory tests to assess maternal blood count, which test is commonly used?

Accepted Answer

Full blood count

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Iron panel

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Platelet count

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Hemoglobin A1c test

Question 16

Which component is NOT considered part of the biophysical profile used for assessing fetal well-being?

Accepted Answer

Placental grading

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Amniotic fluid volume assessment

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Fetal tone assessment

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Umbilical artery Doppler velocimetry

Question 17

Which laboratory test is primarily used to confirm a pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test

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Complete blood count (CBC)

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Ultrasound examination

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Pap smear

Question 18

Which laboratory test is routinely performed in the first trimester to assess for Down syndrome risk by measuring the thickness of the fluid-filled space at the back of the fetal neck?

Accepted Answer

Nuchal translucency scan

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Maternal serum screening (blood test that measures levels of certain hormones)

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Chorionic villus sampling (invasive test done earlier in pregnancy)

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Amniocentesis (invasive test done later in pregnancy)

Question 19

What is the normal gestational age range for a singleton pregnancy, calculated from the first day of the woman's last menstrual period (LMP)?

Accepted Answer

37-42 weeks

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34-39 weeks (preterm birth)

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40-45 weeks (post-term pregnancy)

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32-37 weeks (early term birth)

Question 20

Which of the following is a hallmark sign of preeclampsia, a pregnancy-specific hypertensive disorder characterized by elevated blood pressure and protein in the urine?

Accepted Answer

Elevated blood pressure and proteinuria

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Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)

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Oligohydramnios (decreased amniotic fluid volume)

Question 21

What is the initial recommended treatment approach for gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Dietary modifications to control blood sugar levels

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Exercise (can be part of management but not the sole treatment)

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Oral hypoglycemic medications (not typically used as first-line)

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Insulin therapy (may be needed if dietary changes are insufficient)

Question 22

Which of the following nursing interventions is a priority when caring for a woman experiencing postpartum hemorrhage, which is excessive bleeding after childbirth?

Accepted Answer

Administer oxytocin, a medication that stimulates uterine contractions to reduce bleeding

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Massage the uterus (can be helpful, but administering oxytocin is more effective)

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Apply ice to the perineum (not effective in stopping hemorrhage)

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Catheterize the bladder (not immediately necessary and may interfere with other interventions)