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ATI RN · ATI Maternal Newborn · Anatomy and Physiology of Pregnancy

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Question 1 of 5

Now in her second trimester of pregnancy, the client, who was a marathon runner before nausea and overwhelming tiredness kept her from exercising regularly, is wondering whether she can run now. What is the nurse's best response?

A. Certainly, if you feel up to it.

B. Your level of exercise will be somewhat modified by the changes occurring in your body.

C. Your primary health care provider will need to give you permission.

D. Because your body is meeting the needs of two people now, you should avoid too much exercise.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Your level of exercise will be somewhat modified by the changes occurring in your body.

Question 2 of 5

Dysmenorrhea is otherwise known as:

A. Inflammation of the breast

B. The inability to conceive

C. Painful periods

D. The onset of puberty

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Painful periods

Question 3 of 5

Some pregnant patients may complain of changes in their voice and impaired hearing. The nurse can tell these patients that these are common reactions to:

A. a decreased estrogen level

B. displacement of the diaphragm, resulting in thoracic breathing

C. congestion and swelling, which occur because the upper respiratory tract has become more vascular

D. increased blood volume

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: congestion and swelling, which occur because the upper respiratory tract has become more vascular

Question 4 of 5

A woman's obstetric history indicates that she is pregnant for the fourth time and all of her children from previous pregnancies are living. One was born at 39 weeks of gestation, twins were born at 34 weeks of gestation, and another child was born at 35 weeks of gestation. What is her gravidity and parity using the GTPAL system?

A. 3-1-1-1-3

B. 4-1-2-0-4

C. 3-0-3-0-3

D. 4-2-1-0-3

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 4-1-2-0-4

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is teaching a pregnant patient about signs of possible pregnancy complications. Which should the nurse include in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)

A. Report watery vaginal discharge

B. Report puffiness of the face or around the eyes.

C. Report any bloody show when you go into labor.

D. Report visual disturbances, such as spots before the eyes.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Report watery vaginal discharge

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