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Question 1 of 5

A client is to receive Pergonal (menotropins) injections for infertility prior to in vitro fertilization. Which of the following is the expected action of this medication?

A. Prolongation of the luteal phase.

B. Stimulation of ovulation.

C. Suppression of menstruation.

D. Promotion of cervical mucus production.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Stimulation of ovulation.

Question 2 of 5

A client is to have a hysterosalpingogram. Which of the following information should the nurse provide the client prior to the procedure?

A. The test will be performed through a small incision next to your belly button.

B. You will be on bed rest for a full day following the procedure.

C. An antibiotic fluid will be instilled through a tube in your cervix.

D. You will be asked to move from side to side so that x-ray pictures can be taken.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: An antibiotic fluid will be instilled through a tube in your cervix.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is educating a client about hysterosalpingograms. Which information should the nurse include in her discussion prior to this procedure?

A. This procedure is always performed under general anesthesia.

B. This procedure should be performed after ovulation has occurred.

C. This procedure involves instillation of a radiopaque dye into the uterine cavity.

D. After the procedure, the client should take Tylenol to decrease cramping.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: This procedure involves instillation of a radiopaque dye into the uterine cavity.

Question 4 of 5

How does lifestyle modification improve male fertility?

A. By directly increasing sperm motility and morphology.

B. By reducing stress and improving overall reproductive health.

C. By guaranteeing successful fertilization.

D. By eliminating the need for medical treatments.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: By reducing stress and improving overall reproductive health.

Question 5 of 5

Cindy, a 36-year-old, has been prescribed Follistim AQ, a follitropin. What information should the nurse include in Cindy's education?

A. Eggs or oocytes develop within ovarian follicles. The purpose of the medication is to stimulate development of ovarian follicles.

B. Follistim is a manufactured form of FSH, a hormone released from the pituitary gland during the menstrual cycle.

C. Rapid weight gain is typical during ovulation induction.

D. Typical side effects include breast tenderness, changes in mood, and depression.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Eggs or oocytes develop within ovarian follicles. The purpose of the medication is to stimulate development of ovarian follicles.

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