Midwifery Exam Practice Questions & Answers(Latest Update )EXAM BUNDLE

What is the first stage of the menstrual cycle (that lasts 4-7 days) known as? - ANSWER Menstrual Cycle What is the second stage of the menstrual cycle (lasting 8-13 days) known as? - ANSWER Follicular Phase What is the third stage of the menstrual cycle, occurring at day 14, known as? - ANSWE...

What term refers to the initial dividing of the zygote cells? - ANSWER Cleavage Which branch of hormones target the reproductive systems in both males and females? - ANSWER Gonadotrophic Hormones Where is testosterone made? - ANSWER Interstitial Cells Where are sperm stored and matured? - A...

Woman Centred Care - ANSWER Focusses on the woman's individual needs, expectations and aspirations Recognises women's rights to self determination Encompasses the needs of the foetus/baby, woman's family Follows the woman across the interface of all phases of pregnancy Is holistic and encompa...

What you explain to women about GBS screening... - ANSWER Transient micro-organism found in the vagina and bowel. Screening is RISK BASED approach... o previous GBS-affected infant o GBS bacteruria this pregnancy o preterm (< 37 weeks) labour and imminent birth o intrapartum fever > ...

Two products of impaired blood flow to the legs are thought to be linked to cramps? - ANSWER Pyruvic acid Lactic acid Name two prevention techniques for nocturnal leg cramps - ANSWER Hydration, stretching, avoid long periods of sitting or standing, warm baths, exercise What is the most impor...

Lie - ANSWER the relationship of the long axis of the fetus to the long axis of the uterus Attitude - ANSWER The relationship of the fetal head and limbs to the fetal trunk. Presentation - ANSWER The part of the fetus which lies in the lower segment of the uterus. Denominator - ANSWER A fix...

CNM definition - ANSWER Licensed, independent healthcare provider who provides a full range of primary healthcare services for women, from adolescence to beyond menopause, to include gynecologic and family planning services; preconception care, care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum p...

How is chronic hypertension diagnosed? - ANSWER HTN prior to conception or prior to 20 weeks Mild chronic HTN Severe chronic HTN - ANSWER >140/90 >160/110 Persists for at least 12 weeks postpartum Baseline labs for chronic HTN Medications? - ANSWER CBC, LFTS, creatinine, protein/crea...