Answer to Question 1
D
Feedback
A The malnourished pregnant patient may display rapid heart rate, abnormal rhythm, enlarged heart, and elevated blood pressure.
B A patient receiving adequate nutrition will have bright, shiny eyes with no sores and moist, pink membranes. Pale or red membranes, dryness, infection, dull ap-pearance of the cornea, or blue sclerae are all signs of poor nutrition.
C This patient is well nourished. Cachexia, listlessness, and tiring easily would be indications of poor nutritional status.
D The physiologic changes of pregnancy may complicate the interpretation of physical findings. Lower extremity edema often occurs when caloric and protein deficiencies are present; however, it may also be a common physical finding during the third trimester. It is essential that the nurse complete a thorough health history and physical assessment and request further laboratory testing if indicated.
Answer to Question 2
B
Feedback
A The NST and biophysical profiles look at fetal movements.
B The CST involves recording the response of the FHR to stress induced by uterine
contractions.
C The NST looks at fetal heart accelerations with fetal movements.
D The CST records the fetal response to stress. It does not increase placental blood
flow.
RH Factor in Pregnancy
Factors Affecting Body Temperature
Clinically Significant Drug-Drug Interactions in Dentistry
Position of the fetus in late pregnancy results in stresses on the mother’s body.
Side-lying position and bolstering for pregnancy massage.
Expansion factors for orifice plates