Lamaze Exam Module 2 Promoting Safe and Healthy
Pregnancy Questions with Correct Answers
Shared decision making model Correct Answer-model that respects and
uses the preferences of the patient and the expertise and judgment of the
clinician.
Informed refusal Correct Answer-a patient's decision to refuse
recommended treatment after all options, potential risks, and potential
benefits have been thoroughly explained
Informed consent includes Correct Answer-Risks, benefits,
complications, alternatives
Shared decision making: BRAIN Correct Answer-Benefits, Risks and
Reality, Alternatives, Intuition, Now? or Never?
Informed decision making questions Correct Answer-Do we have time
to talk?
What are the benefits of doing this?
What would be the risks?
What procedures and treatments might end up being needed?
What else can we try?
What if we wait an hour?
What if we don't do it at all?
,Comfort and Relaxation During Pregnancy and Beyond Correct Answer-
Mindfulness, meditation, progressive relaxation, selective relaxation,
guided imagery, massage, music, breathing, journaling.
Mindfulness and Meditation Correct Answer-tools that remind us to self-
reflect
tuning out the world
become more present and centered
progressive relaxation Correct Answer-lying down comfortably and
tensing and releasing the tension in each major muscle group in turn
selective relaxation Correct Answer-similar to progressive relaxation but
focused on one area of the body. (in labor focus on releasing perineum,
shoulders, jaws)
Guided imagery Correct Answer-intentional visualization of images that
are calming, relaxing, or beneficial in other ways
Massage Correct Answer-Simple massage such as rubbing the back,
shoulders, hands, feet, scalp
Music Correct Answer-Some release tension by listening to music
(dancing to music can also provide movement)
,Breathing Correct Answer-used during relaxation practice, yoga
breathing, can be used at the end of contractions to relax muscles.
Journaling Correct Answer-practice to address issues the may cause
stress. Write about thoughts, feelings, experiences surrounding
pregnancy
Feelings Surrounding Pregnancy First Trimester Correct Answer-
Excited, nervous, anxious, mood swings, worried, disconnected
Feelings Surrounding Pregnancy Second Trimester Correct Answer-
Dependency, starts feeling real, not attractive, creative, unfocused,
dreaming of baby
Feelings Surrounding Pregnancy Third Trimester Correct Answer-
Excited, nesting, terrified, relief, helpless, strong
Feelings Surrounding Pregnancy After Baby Correct Answer-In love,
exhausted, overwhelmed, ecstatic, nothing, complete
female external genitalia Correct Answer-(vulva) labia minora, labia
majora, urethra, clitoris, vaginal opening, perineum, anus
female internal genitalia Correct Answer-ovaries, fallopian tube, uterus,
vagina, cervix, bladder
, ejaculate Correct Answer-is about 1 teaspoon and contains 150-400
million sperm
Early pregnancy symptoms Correct Answer-Breast changes: fullness,
tenderness, tingling in nipple area, darkening areola
Missed menstrual period
Fullness, bloating, or ache in lower abdomen
Fatigue and drowsiness
Feeling lightheaded or faint
Nausea or vomiting "morning sickness"
Frequent urination
Increased vaginal secretions
Confirming Pregnancy Correct Answer-Can be confirmed with urine test
or blood test
Calculating due date Correct Answer-Early pregnancy ultrasound scan,
Estimate based on last menstrual period (subtract 3 months from the date
of last period then add 7 days.
Length of gestation Correct Answer-40 weeks or 280 days
Why are due dates important? Correct Answer-determine when to do
testing, recognize if lab tests are normal, diagnose preterm/postdate,
identify slow growth or rapid growth