Author Question: The multiple marker screen is used to assess the fetus for which condition? a. Down syndrome b. ... (Read 63 times)

elizabeth18 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The multiple marker screen is used to assess the fetus for which condition?

a. Down syndrome
b. Diaphragmatic hernia
c. Congenital cardiac abnormality
d. Anencephaly

Question 2

Zinc intake should increase during pregnancy. Which of the following foods would the nurse suggest to increase intake of zinc?

1. Clams
2. Bananas
3. Pears
4. Cabbage

lorealeza · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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A The maternal serum level of alpha-fetoprotein is used to screen for Trisomy 18
or 21, neural tube defects, and other chromosomal anomalies.
B The quadruple marker test does not detect this fetal anomaly. Additional testing,
such as ultrasonography would be required to diagnose diaphragmatic hernia.
C Congenital cardiac abnormality would most likely be identified during an
ultrasound examination.
D The quadruple marker test would not detect anencephaly.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale:
1. Zinc is found in greatest concentration in meats and shellfish.
2. Bananas, pears, and cabbage are high in other nutrients but do not have significant levels of zinc.
3. Bananas, pears, and cabbage are high in other nutrients but do not have significant levels of zinc.
4. Bananas, pears, and cabbage are high in other nutrients but do not have significant levels of zinc.