Pregnancy Signs and Dating Methods Quiz

What are the normal symptoms seen in the majority of pregnancies?

nausea, vomiting, fatigue, breast tenderness, frequent urination

What percentage of pregnancies experience spotting and bleeding?

20%

What is the average weight gain during pregnancy?

5–8 pounds

What is the most common cause of spontaneous abortion?

aneuploidy or chromosomal abnormalities Signup and view all the answers

During which trimester is quickening (maternal awareness of fetal movement) detected at 18–20 weeks by primigravidas?

Third trimester Signup and view all the answers

What are Braxton-Hicks contractions?

painless, low-intensity, long-duration contractions Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the descent of the fetal head into the pelvis resulting in easier maternal breathing and pelvic pressure?

lightening Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended management for bleeding gums during pregnancy?

conservative management Signup and view all the answers

How should backache during pregnancy be managed?

correct posture Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended management for dizziness during pregnancy?

avoid rapid postural changes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Naegele's rule in dating pregnancy?

To calculate the due date by subtracting 3 months and adding 7 days to the last menstrual period (LMP) date. Signup and view all the answers

How can the gestational age be established using conception dating?

By calculating 266 days or 38 weeks after the conception date. Signup and view all the answers

What are the clinical landmarks used to date the pregnancy?

First hearing heartbeat with Doppler, first time feeling the baby move, and the size of the uterus on pelvic exam. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ordering prenatal laboratory tests during pregnancy?

To achieve early diagnosis for maternal and fetal benefit (secondary prevention). Signup and view all the answers

How often should return visits be scheduled for low-risk pregnancies?

Every 4 weeks up to 28 weeks, every 2 weeks from 28-36 weeks, and every 1 week after 36 weeks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying risk factors during pregnancy?

To assess potential complications and develop appropriate management plans. Signup and view all the answers

How does basal body temperature relate to dating pregnancy?

Rise in body temperature corresponds with ovulation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing gestational age during pregnancy?

To estimate the stage of pregnancy and plan appropriate care. Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of menstrual cycles that can affect ovulation?

Menstrual cycles vary from 21 to 35 days, making ovulation possible from day 7 to day 21. Signup and view all the answers

How is the due date calculated using menstrual dating?

Due date is LMP minus 3 months + 7 days, adjusted accordingly if not a 28-day menstrual cycle. Signup and view all the answers

What laboratory tests should be ordered for a 21-year-old primigravida at her first prenatal visit at 11 weeks gestation?

Complete Blood Count (CBC) - Hemoglobin, Mean corpuscular volume (MCV), Platelet count Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for Hemoglobin in a Complete Blood Count (CBC) for a pregnant woman?

10-12 g/dL Signup and view all the answers

How can low Hemoglobin and low Mean corpuscular volume (MCV) in a pregnant woman be indicative of a condition?

Iron deficiency Signup and view all the answers

What condition can be indicated by low Hemoglobin and high Mean corpuscular volume (MCV) in a pregnant woman?

Folate deficiency Signup and view all the answers