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OB Final 2011
OB Final Study Guide 2011
Question | Answer |
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Family center care includes mom and | husband and kids, whole family |
Nurse does not give 6am seizure meds at 10am pt ambulates and falls. The nurse is sued for? | malpractice |
describe evidenced based practice | questions why something is effective and is there a better approach |
why was family centered maternity care developed | in response to parents requests that infants be with them |
WIC provides | supplemental food supplies to low income women who are pregnant or nursing |
a nursing process that is controlled and directed toward finding solution or options is called | critical thinking |
write a correct NI for giving pt 100ml every 2 hrs | Provided 100 ml of fluid of choice every 2hrs while awake |
process of determining outcomes and intervention of care is which stage of the nursing process | planning |
what kind of delivery is a nurse midwife qualified to perform | vaginal |
give examples of a independent nursing function | teaching (prenatal care) |
what is a therapeutic nursing response to “I am afraid to have a cesarean” | “what concerns you most about a cesarean” |
how can a nurse best assist a family to cope with stress | helping to identify family strengths |
what type of family does a 3 year old with 2 adoptive moms belong to | same sex parents |
what do families that deal well with stress believe about stress | that some stress is normal |
NI: an appropriate goal for a patient with a different ethnic background | adapt ethnic practices to health needs |
5 functions of nursing process and family | affective, economic, healthcare, reproductive, socialization |
non traditional families included | multigenerational, same sex |
fertilization most likely takes place in the | fallopian tubes |
what supplement may prevent neural tube defects | folic acid |
what is one of the things you should do for your patient, as their advocate | ensure access to available resources |
what kind of disorders are men more commonly affected by | X linked disorders |
female chromosome | XX |
Trisomy 21 Syndrome's common name | Down's Syndrome |
what is one female secondary sexual characteristic (and usually the first to develop) | breast development |
if a womens menstruation occurs every 28 days, what day will she most likely ovulate | at 14 days |
what shape can you use to describe a non pregnant uterus with | pear |
if menstruation began on October 5 and normally a 28 day cycle ovulation will occur when | Oct 19 |
breastfeeding pt with warm, red, painful breast, temp, & flu like symptoms NI? | notify HCP |
what are the phases of a normal ovarian cycle | Ovulatory, follicular, luteal |
the part of the uterus that renews monthly in the absence of pregnancy | endometrium |
twins that are from 2 different ova and may be different sexes are what kind of twins | dizygotic twins |
what is the configuration of the umbilical cord vessels | 2 arteries and 1 vein |
what does cephalocaudal growth pattern mean | the brain develops first |
what is the purpose of the foramen ovale | to shunt blood from the right atrium to the left atrium |
what is the function of the ductus arteriosus | carry blood from pulmonary arteries to the descending aorta |
a pregnant women at 20 weeks gestation fundal measures 20cm even w/umbilicus, is this normal growth | yes |
what is the appropriate NI for pt in 3 trimester complaining of feeling dizzy and agitated while taking vitals | have patient turn to her left side and recheck BP in 5 minutes |
“I'll eat 2 large meals a day with frequent protein snacks” Does this patient understand teaching about ways to avoid morning Nausea? | No, needs additional teaching |
vascular volume increases during pregnancy 30 – 50%, why? | to provide adequate perfusion to the placenta |
why do mom's visit HCP every 4 weeks in first trimester | to monitor condition of mom and fetus |
what is a good therapeutic response to a mom who fears something happening to her baby | tell me about your concerns |
step in maternal role attachment that relates to mom giving up certain aspects of her previous life | grief work |
what is an example of a man trying on fathering behaviors | coaching little league ball |
why might an Asian woman refuse to meet your eyes while you are teaching her | cultural beliefs |
a women who has female genitalia mutilation is at risk for | obstructed labor, laceration, hemorrhage, infection |
can you delegate elevating a breast lumpectomy patient's arm to promote lymph node drainage to CNA | yes |
what is the grava of a women with first pregnancy, term, living, 2nd, preterm, living 3rd miscarriage, 4th current pregnancy | G 4 P1112 |
do you give a drug for the sole purpose of fetal therapy | No |
Non reassuring pattern of the fetal HR is noted and mother is left side lying change her position the right. | |
Nurse’s should teach the woman and her support person (about delivery procedures; initially) | about the monitoring equipment and discuss any questions they have related to electronic monitoring. |
Contractions are 4 to 5 min. apart, and last for 30 sec. in active labor nurse’s should ask assessment questions when? | when the contraction is over. |
Best time to teach non pharmacological pain control methods | is the latent phase. |
Method of pain management that would be safest for a Gravida 3 Para 2002 admitted at 8 cm is | breathing and relaxation techniques. |
Nerve block used in labor that provides anesthesia to the lower vagina and perineum is | a pudendal. |
NI after epidural narcotic | Monitor respirations hourly |
the least favorable maternal position is | supine |
the first type of breathing technique is | slow paced |
Labor pain in the back- have support person | apply firm pressure to the lower back. |
Excessive anxiety in labor heightens the woman’s sensitivity to pain by | increasing muscle tension. |
24 year old G2 P1001 who is in active labor at 39 weeks prenatal data most important is | positive result for Group B strep. |
A patient with leaking of fluid at 34 weeks requires | immediate notification of HCP. |
A 22 year old G3 P2002 at 38 weeks and contractions every 3 min., who is requesting to use the bathroom to have a bowel movement | should be assessed first. |
Factors for treatment modality are | personal and family history, financial resources, and maternal age. |
4P's of labor | Powers, Passage, Passenger, and Psyche |
Fetal factors that regulate HR | autonomic nervous system, Baroreceptors, chemoreceptors, and adrenal glands |
Amnitomy care | monitor fetus for non reassuring signs |
oxytocin set up | secondary infusion and controlled by infusion pump |
cervix prep for induction | prostaglandin |
why use a urinary catheter during a focepts birth | because full bladder reduces room in pelvis |
medium episiotomy, NI | apply cold packs promptly |
NI targeted toward prevent hemorrhage after C section | access fundas regularly for firmness |
fundus levels at umbilicus, firm, midline, 24 hrs after cesarean | document normal finding |
3hrs post partum, difficulty urinating, finally urinates 100mL, the next NI should be to? | reassess fundal height |
what can aid in episiotomy healing | warm sits bath |
prevent breast engorgement | wear well fitted bra |
s/s new mom should report | reappearance of red locia |
father reluctant to spoil newborn, does not pick up baby when he cries. NI? | explain baby cries to communicate |
parent care for newborn | give positive feed back |
what do surfactants do in the lungs? | keeps aveoli open between breaths |
why does the foramen ovale close | because pressure in Left atrium is higher than right |
brown fat is to? | maintenance of temperature |
prevent jaundice | regular and adequate breastfeeding |
why infection signs are subtle in newborn? | because leukocyte and inflammatory signs are immature |
infant shoulder discotia, asses for? | clavicle fracture |
what newborn reflex helps with breastfeeding | rooting |
where is the best site to do a glucose determination on an infant | lateral heel |
newborn axillary temp 35.9 (96.6), NI? | place in a radiant warmer |
steps to returning an infant to mom | mom read printed band and verify match to baby |
site for hep B injections | vatus lateralis |
why do you need to support a baby's head? | muscles to weak to support |
what is a normal circumcision assessment | development of yellow crust |
What can a mom cause by breastfeeding for only 5 minutes on each breast | cause frequent hunger ??? |
what should a mom do who cannot breastfeed her baby right away but, wants to once baby is able? | use breast pump to maintain lactation |
When should a mom be given an anlgesic so that the baby gets less of the medication? | less will reach baby if taken right after breastfeeding |
how best to asses diet | ask about previous day |
alcohol use and pregnancy | avoid entirely throughout pregnancy |
when presenting a child with an anomaly, what should you do to? | emphasize normal aspects of the baby |
Amniotomy shows green fluid with a mild odor | monitor the fetus closely for non-reassuring signs. |
Oxytocin | is a secondary infusion controlled by a pump |
For cervical prepreation for delivery use? | can use prostaglandin gel |
Why is a urinary catheter needed for a forceps delivery? | A full bladder reduces the available room. |
During the recovery phase of a median episiotomy the nurse should | apply cold packs to peri-area promptly. |
Best method to prevent post partum hemorrhage | assess uterine firmness regularly |
Checking the fundus for a mom who delivered 24 hours ago- the fundus is at midline and at level of umbilicus and firm- What to document? | DOCUMENT that it is normal. |
Woman 3 hours post partum has difficulty urinating- | ASSESS height of fundus. |
Woman is 24 hours post partum with episiotomy | how do you help with the healing? Warm sitz baths. |
Prevention of breast engorgement? | Wear a well fitting bra/binder constantly. |
New mom should report | reappearing of red lochia after it has changed to serous. |
A new father is reluctant to pick up newborn because he does not want to spoil it. | Teach that newborns cry to communicate their needs. |
Best nursing encouragement for new parents | Positive Feedback |
Primary purpose fo surfactant- | keep alveoli partially open between breaths |
The foramen ovale closes because the- | ressure of the left atrium is greater than the right. |
Brown fat is used for | to maintain temperature. |
To prevent jaundice | frequent breast or bottle feedings. |
Infection in the newborn has subtle signs, why? | Leukocytes and inflammatory responses are immature. |
9 lb 11 oz baby delivered vaginally with shoulder dystocia, what to assess for? | Clavicle fractures. |
What is the newborn reflex that teaches mom how to feed? | Rooting. |
The best location for blood glucose testing on infant | lateral surface of the heel. |
Infant axillary temp is 35.9 (96.6), what to do? | Place in warmer. |
Correct site for Hep b injection- | vastus lateralis |
Must support newborns head, why? | Baby’s muscles are to weak |
Normal circumcision assessment | development of yellow crust |
Mom wants to nurse only five minutes on each side to avoid nipple soreness, what can you teach her? | Teach her that limiting time can cause frequent infant hunger due to not getting rich milk. |
Mom has a baby at 29 wks, what to do about breastfeeding? | She can pump to maintain lactation until nursing is possible. |
Mom is concerned about taking medications since she is breastfeeding. What to teach? | Teach her to take meds just after breastfeeding. |
Important dietary assessment question to ask pregnant adolescent | What did you eat yesterday? |
Alcohol during pregnancy | NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO! |
When presenting an infant with an anomaly to parents, what should you do? | Emphasize normal aspects first. |
Mom of stillborn baby is angry with the doctor | THIS is a normal grieving response. |
Main goal when dealing with battered women- | emphasize that they have the right not to be hurt. |
What is the difference between an inevitable and a threatened abortion? | Ruptured membranes |
Mom is receiving methotrexate, what dietary teaching is needed? | Avoid taking a vitamin with folic acid. |
Intrapartal care for sever preeclampsia | promote placental blood flow and prevent maternal injury. |
What causes clonus? | An irritable CNS |
Name of the test for gestational diabetes- | glucose challenge test. |
Best evaluation for client administration of insulin- | client is able to accurately withdraw, mix and inject. |
What warning sign to watch for in pregnant woman with LUPUS? | Increased BP |
Teaching for pregnant woman with chickenpox | report cough and dyspnea immediately. |
HIV med for pregnancy | Zidovudine |
TB med for pregnancy- | Isoniazid, rifampin |
Nursing assessment for infection | cloudy amniotic fluid |
Monitoring for admin of mag sulfate | hourly vs, heart and lung sounds |
Drop in FHR possible | prolapsed cord. |
Male or female condoms protect against | STD’s. |
Coitus interruptus, breast feeding, and natural family planning | are not the most reliable. IUD is the most reliable. |
Thrombophlebitis, liver tumor, and possible pregnancy should not receive | oral contraceptives. |
Family planning, NI | educate couples on the various methods of contraception. |
Informed consent concerning contraceptive is important because | it may have potentially dangerous side effects. |
cervical cap contraindicated in | Toxic shock syndrome |
Diet of pregnant woman should be composed of what kind of carbs | complex carbs. |
Increase absorption of iron by taking with | with orange juice |
Folates | green leafy vegetables |
Pica | ingestion of nonfood substances |
Legumes | calcium |
Determine the cultural influence on a client’s diet by identifying | the food preferences and methods of food prep. common to that culture |
Week 28 and weigh gain of 17 lbs. | is normal |
Primary reason for evaluating (AFP) level | is to determine neural tube deficits |
Nurse’s role in diagnostic testing | is to provide information about the tests. |
Nursing intervention necessary before a second-trimester transabdominal ultrasound | is to instruct the client to drink 1 to 2 quarts of water. |
Purpose of amniocentesis for the client hospitalized at 34 weeks with pregnancy induced hypertension | is determination of fetal lung maturity. |
As the uterus contracts during labor, maternal-fetal exchange of oxygen and waste products | diminishes as the spiral arteries are compressed. |
Pregnant woman can usually tolerate the normal blood loss associated with childbirth because | they have increased blood volume. |
Essential part of nursing care for the laboring woman is helping the woman | to manage the pain. |
Gravida 3 para 2 whose longest previous labor was 4 hours should go to the hospital | the soonest after labor begins. |
A woman who is Gravida 3 Para 2002 enters the intrapartum unit. Most important nursing assessment is | fetal HR, maternal VS, and nearness to birth (SVE, contractions, bleeding). |
A woman who is in second-stage labor is almost ready to give birth if | the vulva bulges and encircles the fetal head. |
A woman who is touching her infant with the fingertips and talking to him softly in high-pitched tones, the nurse should document this evidence | of normal early maternal infant attachment behavior. |
Contraindication for application of internal monitoring devices is | unruptured membranes. |
Finding of beat-to-beat variability can be determined by | electronic fetal monitoring. |
Most appropriate method of intrapartum fetal monitoring when a woman has a history of hypertension during pregnancy is | continuous electronic fetal monitoring. |
If you cannot get accurate assessment of the actual intrauterine pressure, what should you use | use a intrauterine pressure catheter |
If fetal HR baseline increases 1 to 20 beats/min. after vibro-acoustic stimulation the fetus is showing | a reassuring response. |
Non reassuring pattern of the fetal HR is noted and mother is left side lying change her position the right. | |
Nurse’s should teach the woman and her support person | about the monitoring equipment and discuss any questions they have related to electronic monitoring. |
Contractions are 4 to 5 min. apart, and last for 30 sec. in active labor nurse’s should ask assessment questions | when the contraction is over. |
Best time to teach non pharmacological pain control methods | is the latent phase. |
Method of pain management that would be safest for a Gravida 3 Para 2002 admitted at 8 cm is | breathing and relaxation techniques. |
Nerve block used in labor that provides anesthesia to the lower vagina and perineum is | a pudendal. |
NI after epidural narcotic | Monitor resp. hourly |
the least favorable maternal position is | supine |
the first type of breathing technique is | slow paced |
Labor pain in the back- have support person | apply firm pressure to the lower back. |
Excessive anxiety in labor heightens the woman’s sensitivity to pain by | increasing muscle tension. |
24 year old G2 P1001 who is in active labor at 39 weeks prenatal data most important is | positive result for Group B strep. |
A patient with leaking of fluid at 34 weeks requires | immediate notification of HCP. |
A 22 year old G3 P2002 at 38 weeks and contractions every 3 min., who is requesting to use the bathroom to have a bowel movement | should be assessed first. |
Factors for treatment modality are | personal and family history, financial resources, and maternal age. |
4P's of labor | Powers, Passage, Passenger, and Psyche |
Fetal factors that regulate HR | autonomic nervous system, Baroreceptors, chemoreceptors, and adrenal glands |