WorksheetsMast 2011 pregnancy
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
Which hormone is primarily responsible for maintaining the uterine lining and supporting pregnancy?
Estrogen
Testosterone
Progesterone
Insulin
What hormone is detected by a pregnancy test?
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin(HCG)
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FS)
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Oxytocin
What is the average duration of a full term pregnancy?
30 weeks
40 weeks
36 weeks
44 weeks
Which hormone is responsible for the relaxation of ligaments during pregnancy?
Prolactin
Relaxin
Oxytocin
Melatonin
What is an ectopic pregnancy?
A pregnancy where the embryo implants in the uterus
A pregnancy where the embryo implants outside the uterus
A pregnancy with excessive amniotic fluid
A pregnancy with severe nausea and vomitting
Which of the following can arise from polyhydramnios?
Preterm labour
Increased fetal movement
Decreased fetal heart rate
Low birth weight
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hyperemesis gravidarum?
Severe dehydration
Weight loss
High blood pressure
Electrolyte imbalance
What is a common recommendation for managing supine hypotension?
Lying flat on back
Semi reclined supine with right hip elevated
Prone
Avoid massage treatment
Which of the following is a potential consequence of untreated gestational diabetes?
Low birth weight
High birth weight
Decreased fetal movement
Increased maternal energy levels
What is the role of folic acid in prenatal care?
To increase the mother’s weight
To prevent neural tube defects
To increase baby’s birth weight
To prevent diabetes
What is a common treatment for preeclampsia
Increased salt intake
Bedrest and medication to lower blood pressure
Low intensity exercise
To increase prenatal vitamins
Which is a common test to diagnose gestational diabetes?
Blood pressure test
Glucose tolerance test
Ultrasound
MRI scan
Preferred position for treatment of a high risk prenatal patient?
Left side lying
Right side lying
Supine
Prone
Which of the following may develop as a result of untreated preeclampsia?
Eclampsia
Gestational diabetes
Hyperemesis gravidarum
Placenta previa
What is a NOT a sign of preeclampsia?
Headaches
Vision changes
Swelling in hands, face, legs
Increased thirst
Which of the following is a common sign of preeclampsia?
Low blood pressure
High blood pressure
Increased appetite
Decreased urination
Ovulation is triggered by which hormone?
Follicle stimulating hormone
Luteinizing hormone
Estrogen
Progesterone
What is NOT a common postural dysfunction in pregnancy?
Pes planus
Hypertonic iliopsoas
Hypertonic gluteus maximus
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Which nerve is NOT involved in common compression syndromes with pregnancy?
Brachial plexus
Tibial nerve
Median nerve
Sciatic nerve
Most common cause of sharp pain into groin?
Diastasis Recti
Round ligament
Lumbar lordosis
Inguinal ligament
Which adjustment is most appropriate to reduce symptoms of supine hypotensive syndrome during a massage session with a client in the second trimester
Elevate the right hip slightly while in supine
Elevate the left hip slightly while in supine
Leave the client flat without pillows to prevent dizziness
Have the client lie prone with pillows under the abdomen
Which of the following signs in a prenatal patient should seek medical referral due to possible preeclampsia
Mild ankle swelling at the end of the day
Sudden swelling of the face and hands, headache, and visual changes
Occasional low back pain after standing
Fatigue after walking
Which of the following is true about gestational diabetes?
It only occurs in the first trimester
Massage is always contraindicated for clients with gestational diabetes
Clients with gestational diabetes may have increased risk of high baby birth weight
it is caused by low progesterone levels
A client in her third trimester complains of buttock pain, radiating down one leg. Which is the most likely explanation.
Compression of the sciatic nerve by the piriformis muscle due to postural changes
Gestational, diabetes, causing nerve inflammation
Increased blood volume causing swelling in the leg
Supine hypotensive syndrome
A pregnant client in her third trimester complains of low back tension. Which postural change is most likely contributing to this discomfort?
Increased thoracic kyphosis
Increased lumbar lordosis
Posterior pelvic tilt
Knee flexion
Which of the following muscle imbalances is commonly associated with anterior pelvic tilt during pregnancy?
Tight hamstrings and weak hip flexors
Tight hip flexors, and weak glutes
Tight abdominal and weak erectors
tight quadriceps and weak calves
A prenatal client exhibits rounded shoulders and upper back tension. This postural change is primarily a compensation for.
Widen stand during gate
Forward shift of the centre of gravity, due to abdominal growth
Relaxed ligaments in the knees
Increased arch in the lumbar spine
Fertilization usually occurs in which part of the female reproductive system?
The uterine cavity
Fallopian tube
Ovary
Cervix
By the end of the first trimester, which of the following is true about the fetus
Major organ systems are fully developed and functioning
Heart has begun, beating, and limbs are forming
The fetus is viable outside the womb without medical support
The placenta has not yet formed
A prenatal client reports one leg is swollen, warm and tender. What is the most appropriate action for the massage therapist?
Massage the leg gently to improve circulation
Continue with deep tissue massage to relieve tension
Stop the session and advise urgent medical evaluation
Elevate the leg and continue massage elsewhere
A client presents with sudden hand and face swelling, headache, and blurred vision, which additional sign would strengthen suspicion for preeclampsia
Mild foot swelling by the end of the day
High blood pressure measured by her physician
Occasional leg cramping
Slight fatigue
The client reports sharp brief lower abdominal or groin pain during the second trimester. The massage therapist should.
Massage the round ligament directly to relieve pain
Focus on surrounding muscle muscles like hip, flexors, and low back
Deep abdominal massage techniques
Apply heat to the area
Client has mild ankle oedema in late pregnancy. Which massage approach is safest and most effective.
Deep friction on the calves to break up edema
Gentle, superficial strokes and elevate legs
Avoid the legs entirely
Only worth the upper body
Relaxin contributes to postural changes in pregnancy, which combination is most typical
Decreased lumbar lower doses and posterior pelvic tilt
Increased lumbar lordosis and anterior pelvic tilt
No change in posture
Flattened thoracic spine
Which combination of symptoms indicate supine, hypotensive syndrome during a massage
Mild ankle, swelling, and fatigue
Dizziness, nausea, pallor, and shortness of breath when laying flat
Tight hip flexors
Low back ache after walking
