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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a patient who is in labor with her first child. The patient's mother is present for support and notes that things have changed in the delivery room since she last gave birth in the early 1980s. Which current trend or intervention may the patient's mother find most different?

A. Fetal monitoring throughout labor

B. Postpartum stay of 10 days

C. Expectant partner and family in operating room for cesarean birth

D. Hospital support for breastfeeding

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Hospital support for breastfeeding

Question 2 of 5

The embryo is termed a fetus at which stage of prenatal development?

A. 2 weeks

B. 4 weeks

C. 9 weeks

D. 16 weeks

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 9 weeks

Question 3 of 5

Which is fetal tachycardia likely caused by?

A. Compression of the umbilical cord

B. Maternal infection

C. Compression of the fetal head

D. Maternal hypertension

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Maternal infection

Question 4 of 5

A pregnant patient is at 32 weeks gestation and reports swelling of the feet and legs. What is the most appropriate recommendation for the nurse to make?

A. Limit fluid intake to reduce swelling.

B. Elevate the legs and avoid prolonged standing.

C. Apply compression stockings to improve circulation.

D. Rest in bed with the feet elevated at all times.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Elevate the legs and avoid prolonged standing.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is assisting with a vaginal delivery. What is the most important nursing intervention when the fetal head begins to crown?

A. apply gentle downward pressure

B. perform perineal massage

C. administer pain relief

D. administer IV fluids

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: apply gentle downward pressure

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