Pregnancy and Third Trimester Quiz

The third trimester begins at week __________.

• 26 gestational age or week 28 from conception

• 32 gestational age or week 30 from conception

• 28 gestational age or 26 from conception

• 22 gestational age or 24 from conception

The first milk produced by the mammary glands is called __________.

• Oxytocin

• Colostrum

• Pitocin

• Prolactin

Braxton-Hicks contractions are the first sign of going into labor.

• True

• False

The muscular passage extending from the uterus to the outside of the body is known as which of the following?

• Birth canal

• Uterus

• Fallopian tube

• Womb

Select the following statements which apply to monitoring the activity of the fetus.

• Active periods include rolling, squirming and kicking

• If changes in the pattern of rest and activity are noticed, call a healthcare practitioner right away

• It is common for the fetus to rest most of the time during the third trimester

• No need to worry if the fetus has not moved in 24 hours

• Patterns of movement and activity are evident in the third trimester

The average size of a full-term newborn baby is 8 1/2 pounds and 18 inches from head to toe.

• True

• False

Select all of the following reasons to attend prenatal care appointments during the third trimester of pregnancy.

• Consistent monitoring of the fetus and the mother

• Meet with a genetic counselor

• Monitoring the due date

• Routine tests for the health and safety of the fetus and the mother

• Visit with a nutritionist

The best practice for answering questions about pregnancy during the third trimester is to consult the internet.

• True

• False

Which of the following reasons for exercise is NOT recommended by experts during the third trimester of pregnancy.

• Possible decrease in the duration of labor

• To help lose weight before labor and delivery

• Reduction of the risk of developing gestational diabetes

• Increased energy, improved sleep and mood

The fetus reaches an approximate length of ten inches from head to rump during the __________.

• 36th week

• 28th week

• 38th week

• 40th week