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Question 1 of 5

What patient statement indicates the need for further education about amniocentesis?

A. "It can be used to test for neural tube defects."
B. "It is performed between 15 and 20 weeks' gestation."
C. "It is performed using a sterile needle to withdraw a sample of amniotic fluid."
D. "The sample can be obtained using a transcervical approach."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "The sample can be obtained using a transcervical approach."

Question 2 of 5

A 34-year-old patient who is 16 weeks pregnant had a multiple markers screening done. The results came back with an increased risk for trisomy 21. You call the patient to go over the results. How should you respond when the patient asks you if the baby is going to have Down syndrome?

A. Yes, would you like to continue or terminate your pregnancy?
B. This screening predicts only the risk of your baby having Down syndrome and cannot diagnose it. Additional testing is needed to determine this.
C. You will need to discuss this with your provider at your next appointment.
D. Yes, this test shows your baby has Down syndrome. I'd be happy to send you resources about this condition so that you can be prepared for when your baby is born.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: This screening predicts only the risk of your baby having Down syndrome and cannot diagnose it. Additional testing is needed to determine this.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is explaining the function of the placenta to a pregnant patient. Which statement indicates to the nurse that further clarification is necessary?

A. "My baby gets oxygen from the placent
B. "The placenta functions to help excrete waste products."
C. "The nourishment that I take in passes through the placent
D. The placenta helps maintain a stable temperature for my baby."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The placenta helps maintain a stable temperature for my baby."

Question 4 of 5

The prenatal nurse is discussing fetal circulation with a student nurse. What statement by the student indicates to the prenatal nurse the student understands the information?

A. The ductus arteriosus attaches the umbilical artery to the hepatic artery.
B. The ductus venosus attaches the pulmonary artery to the aorta.
C. The foramen ovale is located in the ventricular septum.
D. There are two arteries and one vein in the umbilical cord.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: There are two arteries and one vein in the umbilical cord.

Question 5 of 5

An expectant mother asks the nurse when her baby's heart will begin to beat. The nurse explains that this will occur at which time?

A. The 8th gestational week
B. The 4th gestational week
C. The 12th gestational week
D. The 16th gestational week

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The 4th gestational week