NUR 128 Reproduction- Family Health Exam 1 Questions and Correct Answers

1) The nurse is providing care to a pregnant client who will undergo chorionic villus sampling. The client is currently 10 weeks pregnant. When teaching the client about this genetic testing, which layer of the embryonic membrane will the nurse say is tested during this procedure? A) Chorion B) Amnion C) Ectoderm D) Endometrium Answer: A The nurse is instructing a client who is at 10 weeks' gestation on avoiding substance abuse. Which is the rationale for why substances of abuse should be avoided during pregnancy? A) Interferes with hormone excretion of the fetus B) Facilitates the transfer of viruses and other diseases into the developing fetus C) Passes into the developing fetus through the placenta very easily D) Stops the synthesis of protein in the developing fetus Answer: C A client pregnant with her first child tells the nurse that she is concerned that her husband does not want the baby because he has a renewed interest in playing tennis and visiting with college friends after work. When responding to the client, which should the nurse take into consideration? A) This is a normal reaction by fathers that is seen in the second trimester of pregnancy. B) This is a normal reaction by fathers that is seen in the third trimester of pregnancy. C) This is a normal reaction by fathers that is seen in the first trimester of pregnancy. D) This is an atypical reaction of the father to pregnancy that should be further examined. Answer: A A pregnant adolescent client asks for information about the pregnancy and the baby because she cannot afford prenatal care. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate? A) Provide the client with information on resources to assist with medical care during the pregnancy and after delivery. B) Instruct the client on aspects of pregnancy, fetal development, and labor and delivery. C) Ask the client if her parents are aware that she is pregnant and if she is covered by their medical insurance.