When does Hegar's sign occur? Disappear? - ANSWER 4-6 weeks, disappears
by 12th week.
, When does hCG peak? - ANSWER 30-60 days of gestation
Which medications can cause a false positive? - ANSWER Anticonvulsants,
diuretics, and tranquilizers
What 3 areas does the health team focus on during the prenatal period? -
ANSWER Easing discomforts of pregnancy with self care, promoting safe
outcomes of pregnancy, satisfaction of mother and family with pregnancy
and birth experience
When do most birth defects occur? - ANSWER 1st trimester, 2-8 weeks
What does a pap smear test for? - ANSWER Hpv and cervical intraepithelial
neoplasia
TORCH? - ANSWER Toxoplasmosis, Other infections, Rubella,
Cytomegalovirus, Herpes
What can the nurse advise to promote health during pregnancy? - ANSWER
Avoid OTC medications unless advised by Ob, avoid alcohol, avoid hot baths
and hot tubs, drink 8-10 glasses of water a day, promote walking or
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