Stages of birth
Joan's cervix is fully dilated. What stage of delivery is she in?
Second stage
During which trimester does a pregnant woman usually gain a total of 2-4 pounds?
First Trimester
amniotic sac
Emma's labor is not progressing, putting her and her baby at risk. What type of delivery would doctors recommend?
a) cesarean section
b) vaginal birth
c) water birth
d) episiotomy
a) cesarean section
What commonly includes mood swings, crying spells, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, typically begins within the first 2-3 days after delivery and may last for up to 2 weeks?
a) postpartum psychosis
b)postpartum blues
c) postpartum
d) depression
b)postpartum blues
Rachels contractions are every 15 to 20 minutes. What stage of delivery is she in?
First Stage
During which trimesters is the baby approximately 14-15 inches long and weighs between 2-3 pounds?
Second Trimester
During which complication of pregnancy would a woman experience high blood pressure, which reduces the blood supply to the fetus?
a)pregnancy loss, b)placenta previa, c)preterm labor, d)preeclampsia
preeclampsia
Which personnel is a trained companion who provides guidance and support during labor?
a) doula, b) certified nurse midwife, c) labor and delivery nurse, d) obstetrician/ gynecologist
Doula
Which is an example of internal care that a mother needs after delivery
a) baby needs care b) a support system c) practical home care d) checkups with doctor
Checkups with doctor
After delivering her baby, Yaras nurse massaged her abdomen until the placenta was delivered. What stage of delivery is this?
Third Stage
During which trimester does a baby's organs start forming?
First Trimester
a) oatmeal, meat, bananas
b) beans, eggs, watermelon
c) citrus fruit, eggs, green beans
d)berries, nuts, leafy green vegetables.
d)berries, nuts, leafy green vegetables.
The cervix becomes thinner, changing from its usual thickness to become thin as paper during labor. This thinning is called:
Effacement
Which is a medical procedure that would help a family who are experiencing infertility?
Fatima's doctor did an episiotomy to widen the birth canal opening for delivery. What stage of delivery is this?
Second Stage
During which trimester of pregnancy does lightening occur and relief is felt by the mother
3rd trimester
What is the purpose of the APGAR test?
a. To see if the newborn has any birth defects
b. To check the physical health of the newborn
c. To check the cognitive health of the newborn
d. To see if the newborn was injured during birth
b. To check the physical health of the newborn
Mark and his wife are considering an alternative delivery like a water birth. Who would they most likely choose for their routine prenatal care and delivery?
a) Doula, b)obstetrician, c)Certified nurse midwife, d)labor and delivery nurse
Certified nurse midwife
Under the family and medical leave act, how many weeks of unpaid, job protected maternity leave are mothers able to take in North Carolina
a) 2 weeks b) 6 weeks c) 8 weeks d) 12 weeks
12 weeks of maternity leave