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WorksheetsHigh-Risk Pregnancies and Fetal Diagnostics
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
Which of the following can relate to the causes of high-risk pregnancies?
The pregnancy itself
Medical conditions or injuries complicating the pregnancy
Environmental hazards affecting the mother or fetus
Maternal behaviors or lifestyles with negative effects
None of the above
Fill in the blank: High-risk pregnancies can occur because the woman has a ________ or injury that complicates the pregnancy.
medical condition
financial issue
travel plan
pet allergy
Fill in the blank: High-risk pregnancies can result from ________ hazards that affect the mother or her fetus.
environmental
nutritional
psychological
genetic
Fill in the blank: High-risk pregnancies can arise from maternal ________ or lifestyles that have a negative effect on the mother or fetus.
behaviors
height
temperature
hair color
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Endoscopy
Colonoscopy
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
Amniotic Fluid Volume
Blood Glucose Level
Liver Enzyme Test
Electrocardiogram
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
Estimation of Gestational Age
Measurement of Blood Pressure
Assessment of Maternal Weight
Testing for Adult Diabetes
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
MRI
X-ray
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
Kick Count
Blood Pressure Measurement
Urine Sugar Test
ECG
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
Doppler Ultrasound blood flow assessment
Electrocardiogram (ECG) for the mother
Spirometry for lung function
Blood glucose monitoring
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
AFP testing
Blood pressure measurement
Urinalysis
Electrocardiogram
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
Chorionic Villus sampling
Blood pressure measurement
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Urinalysis
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
Cell-free DNA
Blood glucose monitoring
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Spirometry
What is one method of fetal diagnostics?
Amniocentesis
Appendectomy
Laparoscopy
Colonoscopy
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
NST
CBC
ECG
X-ray
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
Vibroacoustic stimulation test
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Eye examination
Hearing test
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
CST
CBC
ECG
X-ray
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
BPP
CBC
ECG
X-ray
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
Percutaneous umbilical blood sampling
Electrocardiogram
Colonoscopy
Endoscopy
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
Tests of fetal lung maturity
Blood pressure measurement
Vision screening
Hearing test
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
Lecithin/sphingomyelin ratio
Blood urea nitrogen test
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Liver function test
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
Shake Test
Blood Pressure Test
Eye Test
Hearing Test
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
Coombs Test
Mantoux Test
Rinne Test
Snellen Test
Name one prenatal test used during pregnancy.
Glucose Tolerance Test
Eye Exam
Hearing Test
Allergy Test
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Sudden gush of fluid from the vagina
Mild headache after sleeping
Slight increase in appetite
Feeling thirsty after exercise
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Vaginal bleeding
Mild headache
Increased appetite
Mild leg swelling
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Abdominal pain
Mild hunger
Feeling energetic
Normal urination
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Persistent vomiting
Mild headache after sleep
Slight increase in appetite
Feeling thirsty after exercise
Occasional leg cramps
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Epigastric pain
Mild headache
Increased appetite
Mild leg cramps
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Edema of face and hands
Mild headache
Slight fatigue
Increased appetite
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Severe, persistent headache
Mild, occasional sneezing
Slight increase in appetite
Mild, occasional yawning
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Blurred vision or dizziness
Mild hunger after meals
Occasional yawning
Slight increase in thirst
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Chills with fever over 38.0°C (100.4°F)
Mild headache after sleeping
Slight increase in appetite
Occasional leg cramps
Name one danger sign in pregnancy.
Painful urination or reduced urine output
Mild headache after sleeping well
Slight increase in appetite
Occasional leg cramps
Which of the following is NOT listed as a pregnancy-related complication?
Hyperemesis gravidarum
Hypertension
Diabetes mellitus
Bleeding disorders & abortion
Fill in the blank: Hyperemesis gravidarum is characterized by excessive _________.
nausea and vomiting
urination
salivation
sweating
Which of the following is a manifestation of hyperemesis gravidarum?
Increased appetite
Significant weight loss (more than 5% of prepregnant weight)
High blood sugar
Decreased urine output
Dehydration in hyperemesis gravidarum can be evidenced by a dry tongue and mucous membranes, decreased turgor of the skin, scant and concentrated urine, and a high serum hematocrit level (CBC).
True
False
Which laboratory test is used to rule out other causes of hyperemesis gravidarum?
Blood glucose test
Thyroid test
Liver function test
Urinalysis
Fill in the blank: Nursing care for hyperemesis gravidarum includes ________ & avoid triggers/I&O daily.
identify
increase
ignore
reduce
Which of the following are psychological factors that may contribute to hyperemesis gravidarum?
Anxiety and emotional stress
High blood pressure and diabetes
Iron deficiency and dehydration
Physical trauma and infection
Which of the following is NOT a recommended nursing care intervention for hyperemesis gravidarum?
Small frequent meals
Large infrequent meals
Small sips of liquids
Sit upright after meals
Which type of abortion is characterized by some vaginal bleeding and efforts made to maintain pregnancy to viability (bed rest)?
Threatened
Inevitable
Incomplete
Complete
Which type of abortion involves increased bleeding, cervix dilation, and requires bed rest and awaiting evacuation?
Threatened
Inevitable
Incomplete
Missed
Bleeding, dilation of cervix, passage of tissue, and D&E or vacuum extraction are features of which type of abortion?
Complete
Incomplete
Missed
Recurrent
Passage of all products of conception, cervix closes, and monitoring the patient are features of which type of abortion?
Complete
Threatened
Missed
Inevitable
In which type of abortion does the fetus die but is not expelled, and the uterus is evacuated by D&E?
Missed
Incomplete
Recurrent
Threatened
Which type of abortion is defined by 2 or more consecutive spontaneous abortions and requires cerclage and monitoring the patient?
Threatened
Inevitable
Recurrent
Complete
Which of the following is NOT a manifestation of ectopic pregnancy?
Lower abdominal pain
Light vaginal bleeding
High fever
Possible sudden severe lower abdominal pain if tube ruptures
If the tube ruptures in ectopic pregnancy, which of the following symptoms may be observed?
Vaginal bleeding
Signs of hypovolemic shock
Shoulder pain
All of the above
Fill in the blank: In ectopic pregnancy, ________ pain may also be felt if the tube ruptures.
shoulder
back
leg
chest
Which of the following is a sign of hypovolemic shock?
Fetal heart rate changes
Increased urinary output
High blood pressure
Warm, dry skin
Fill in the blank: A rising, weak pulse (tachycardia) is a sign of _____________.
hypovolemic shock
hypertension
hyperglycemia
bradycardia
Which of the following is NOT a sign of hypovolemic shock?
Shallow, irregular respirations
Falling blood pressure
Pale skin or mucous membranes
Increased urinary output
Fill in the blank: Decreased or absent urinary output (usually less than 30 mL/hr) is a sign of _____________.
hypovolemic shock
hypertension
hyperglycemia
asthma
Cold, clammy skin is a symptom of hypovolemic shock.
True
False
Which of the following is a manifestation of hydatidiform mole molar pregnancy?
Rapid uterine growth
Decreased levels of hCG
Late development of GH
Normal fetal heart activity
Fill in the blank: Failure to detect fetal heart activity is a sign of _____________.
hydatidiform mole molar pregnancy
ectopic pregnancy
placenta previa
gestational diabetes
Which of the following is a treatment for hydatidiform mole molar pregnancy?
Uterine evacuation
Methotrexate
Laparoscopic examination
No action
Fill in the blank: A distinct 'snowstorm' pattern on ultrasound with no evidence of a developing fetus is characteristic of _____________.
hydatidiform mole (molar pregnancy)
ectopic pregnancy
placenta previa
threatened abortion
Higher-than-expected levels of hCG are seen in hydatidiform mole molar pregnancy.
True
False
Which of the following is a characteristic of placenta previa?
A) Abnormal implantation of placenta
B) Dark-red bleeding with pain
C) Normal implantation of placenta
D) Uterine rigidity
Placenta previa is associated with which type of bleeding?
Bright-red, painless bleeding
Dark-red, painful bleeding
No bleeding
Bright-red, painful bleeding
Fill in the blank: The three degrees of placenta previa are ________, partial, and total.
Marginal
Central
Lateral
Anterior
Which of the following is NOT a degree of placenta previa?
Marginal
Partial
Total
Central
Abruptio placentae is characterized by which of the following?
Normal implantation of placenta
Bright-red, painless bleeding
Abnormal implantation of placenta
No bleeding
In abruptio placentae, the bleeding is typically:
Bright-red and painless
Dark-red with pain
No bleeding
Bright-red with pain
Which of the following is an important step in the care of a pregnant woman with excessive bleeding?
Document blood loss
Ignore vital signs
Avoid oxygen administration
Delay newborn resuscitation
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) is triggered by:
Clotting cascade
Infection
Surgery
Oxygen administration
Fill in the blank: In DIC, blood clot forms behind the placenta consuming ________ factors.
clotting
growth
digestive
hormonal
What is not essential to the diagnosis of gestational hypertension, as many pregnant women experience it unrelated to blood pressure?
Edema
Proteinuria
Elevated blood pressure
Seizures
HELLP syndrome is a variant of gestational hypertension that involves which of the following?
Hemolysis
Elevated liver enzymes
Low platelets
All of the above
Unrelenting headache is a manifestation of gestational hypertension affecting which system?
Central nervous system
Respiratory system
Digestive system
Musculoskeletal system
Visual disturbances in gestational hypertension are related to which organ?
Eyes
Liver
Kidneys
Heart
Decreased blood flow to the kidneys in gestational hypertension reduces urine production, a condition known as _________.
Oliguria
Polyuria
Hematuria
Proteinuria
Pulmonary edema is a manifestation of gestational hypertension affecting which system?
Respiratory system
Gastrointestinal system
Urinary tract
Central nervous system
Which medication should be avoided when administering medications for hypertension in pregnant women?
Methyldopa
Nifedipine
ACE inhibitors
Hydralazine
Rh-negative blood type is a(n) ________ trait.
Autosomal recessive
Autosomal dominant
Sex-linked dominant
Sex-linked recessive
Rh incompatibility can only occur if the woman is ________ and the fetus is ________.
Rh negative, Rh positive
Rh positive, Rh negative
Rh positive, Rh positive
Rh negative, Rh negative
The leaking of fetal Rh-positive blood into the Rh-negative mother's circulation causes her body to respond by making ________ to destroy the Rh-positive erythrocytes.
Antibodies
Enzymes
Hormones
Platelets
What is required to be given at 28 weeks and within 72 hours of delivery to the mother to prevent Rh incompatibility?
RhoGAM
Insulin
Magnesium sulfate
Oxytocin
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is classified as which of the following if it precedes pregnancy?
Gestational DM
Pregestational DM
Type 2 DM
None of the above
Which type of diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance and genetic predisposition?
Type 1
Type 2
Gestational DM
None of the above
Glucose intolerance with onset during pregnancy is known as ________.
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes Insipidus
In true GDM, glucose usually returns to normal by how many weeks postpartum?
6 weeks
2 weeks
12 weeks
24 weeks
Which hormone is NOT mentioned as affecting glucose metabolism during pregnancy?
Estrogen
Progesterone
Insulinase
Testosterone
What is the major risk for congenital anomalies from maternal hyperglycemia during pregnancy?
Increased resistance of cells to insulin
Increased speed of insulin breakdown
During the embryonic period of development
None of the above
Name one risk factor linked to gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).
Maternal obesity (>90 kg or 198 lb)
Low birth weight (<2.5 kg)
Paternal age over 50 years
Daily vitamin C supplementation
What is the expected finding in a patient with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
Hypoglycemia
Hypercalcemia
Leukopenia
Hyponatremia
Which of the following is NOT a symptom listed for hyperglycemia in the provided notes?
A) Polyphagia
B) Polydipsia
C) Polyurea
D) Hypoglycemia
List two risks to the fetus associated with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) as mentioned in the notes.
Macrosomia, Hypoglycemia
Hypertension, Polycythemia
Oligohydramnios, Microcephaly
Congenital heart block, Thrombocytopenia
According to the notes, what should be monitored to manage GDM?
Blood pressure
Blood glucose ketones
Heart rate
Oxygen saturation
Fill in the blank: The diet recommended for managing GDM is a _______ diet.
Diabetic
Keto
Paleo
High-fat
Which medication is most commonly used for women in labor with GDM, as per the notes?
Oral hypoglycemics
Regular insulin
Antibiotics
Antihypertensives
Breastfeeding should be encouraged for women with GDM according to the notes.
True
False
What are two possible conditions a neonate may have if the mother had GDM, as listed in the notes?
Hypoglycemia, Respiratory distress
Hypercalcemia, Polycythemia
Jaundice, Hypotension
Sepsis, Anemia
During labor, what should be assessed hourly in women with GDM?
Blood pressure
Blood glucose levels
Fetal heart rate
Oxygen saturation
What are the manifestations of heart disease during pregnancy?
Increased levels of clotting factors
Increased risk of thrombosis
Both A and B
None of the above
If a woman's heart cannot handle increased workload during pregnancy, what condition results?
Congestive heart failure (CHF)
Gestational diabetes
Preeclampsia
Placenta previa
The fetus suffers from reduced placental blood flow if the mother has heart disease during pregnancy.
True
False
