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Unit 2 Study Guide

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The release of ______ from the posterior pituitary is responsible for uterine contractions during breastfeeding.

oxytocin

prolactin

vasopressin

adrenaline

Answer explanation

The release of oxytocin from the posterior pituitary stimulates uterine contractions, which is crucial during breastfeeding to help with milk ejection. Prolactin is involved in milk production, but not contractions.

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2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Meconium-stained amniotic fluid in a cephalic presentation may include ______ distress.

fetal

maternal

neonatal

placental

Answer explanation

Meconium-stained amniotic fluid can indicate fetal distress, as it may suggest that the fetus is experiencing stress or hypoxia. Therefore, the correct answer is fetal distress.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

______ atony is a serious postpartum complication where the uterus fails to contract adequately after delivery.

Uterine

Ovarian

Cervical

Tubal

Answer explanation

Uterine atony is the failure of the uterus to contract effectively after childbirth, leading to excessive bleeding. It is a critical postpartum complication, making 'Uterine' the correct choice.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A fundus that is boggy and displaced laterally is often caused by a distended ______.

bladder

rectum

stomach

ovary

Answer explanation

A boggy and laterally displaced fundus is typically due to a distended bladder, as it can push the uterus out of its normal position. Other options like rectum, stomach, or ovary do not commonly cause this specific presentation.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If the uterus is boggy on palpitation, the first nursing intervention is to ______ the fundus.

massage

elevate

compress

cool

Answer explanation

If the uterus is boggy on palpation, it indicates uterine atony. The first nursing intervention is to massage the fundus to stimulate contraction and restore tone, making 'massage' the correct choice.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Accelerations in FHR are generally a reassuring sign indicating fetal well-being and a healthy ______ system.

nervous

digestive

respiratory

circulatory

Answer explanation

Accelerations in fetal heart rate (FHR) indicate a responsive nervous system, reflecting fetal well-being. A healthy nervous system is crucial for proper regulation of heart rate and overall fetal health.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Uterine contractions that occur every 5 minutes and last 60 seconds would be considered ______ labor.

active

latent

false

prodromal

Answer explanation

Uterine contractions occurring every 5 minutes and lasting 60 seconds indicate that the cervix is dilating significantly, which characterizes active labor. This is when the labor progresses more rapidly compared to latent labor.

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