First Prenatal Visit: Physical Changes and Reproductive Education
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During pregnancy, at what week does the uterus reach the umbilicus?

  • 36 weeks
  • 16 weeks
  • 20 weeks (correct)
  • Over 20 weeks

    • What is the purpose of the thick mucous plug in the cervix during pregnancy?

  • To prevent further enlargement of the cervix
  • To trigger ovulation to resume after childbirth
  • To allow for easy passage of the baby during birth
  • To protect against infections entering the uterus (correct)

    • What happens to ovulation during pregnancy?

  • It stops (correct)
  • It becomes irregular
  • It becomes more painful
  • It increases in frequency

    • Which hormone is primarily responsible for maintaining the growth of the uterus during pregnancy?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the placenta during pregnancy?

    <p>Producing large amounts of estrogen and progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a presumptive indicator of pregnancy?

    <p>Abdominal enlargement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a probable indicator of pregnancy based on the text?

    <p>Goodell's sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assessment technique is used to listen to the soft blowing sound in the uterus during pregnancy?

    <p>Uterine souffle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range of fetal heartbeats that can be auscultated during pregnancy?

    <p>100-150 bpm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a probable indicator of pregnancy?

    <p>Fetal movement felt by the examiner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a positive indicator of pregnancy according to the text?

    <p>Auscultation of fetal heart tones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym EDD stand for in the context of prenatal care?

    <p>Estimated Delivery Date</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Naglee's Rule for calculating the estimated due date (EDD), what is added to 3 months?

    <p>7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In obstetrical history, what does the 'G' represent in the G___P___T___A___L___ notation?

    <p>Gravida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'T' represent in the G___P___T___P___A___L___ notation used in obstetrical history?

    <p>Term pregnancies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on Sally's Last Menstrual Period (LMP) of February 20, 2012, what is her estimated due date according to Naglee's Rule?

    <p>November 27, 2012</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the decreased concentration of RBC & HGB during pregnancy?

    <p>Inhibited venous return</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone inhibits smooth muscle in the uterus from contracting during pregnancy?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of oxytocin near term during pregnancy?

    <p>Initiate labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does estrogen affect the respiratory system during pregnancy?

    <p>Edema in upper respiratory tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the risk of gallstones during pregnancy?

    <p>Thicker bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does progesterone affect gastrointestinal peristalsis during pregnancy?

    <p>Slows it down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, relaxation of the cardiac sphincter increases the risk of what?

    <p>Heartburn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of the increased workload on the kidneys during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased GFR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone stimulates contractions of the uterus?

    <p>Oxytocin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What postural changes are commonly observed in the musculoskeletal system during pregnancy?

    <p>Pelvic instability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common discomfort of pregnancy related to urinary system changes?

    <p>Urinary frequency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland produces milk in the body?

    <p>Pituitary gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Striae gravidarum is commonly known as what?

    <p><strong>Stretch marks</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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