Question 1

A pregnant patient with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is reviewing infant care instructions with the prenatal nurse. Which patient statement indicates to the nurse that the teaching was effective?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I will bathe my baby twice a day." 
B)  "I will use premixed formula to feed my baby." 
C)  "I will use gloves to change my baby's diapers." 
D)  "I will use alcohol wipes six times a day on the baby's cord until it falls off."

Question 2

Examination of a newborn in the birth room reveals bilateral cataracts. Which disease process in the maternal history would likely cause this abnormality?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rubella 
B)  Cytomegalovirus (CMV) 
C)  Syphilis 
D)  HIV

Question 3

The results of a pregnant patient's glucose tolerance test (GTT) were 158 mg/dL. What is the next test that the nurse will include in the patient's teaching plan?

Accepted Answer

A)  Urinalysis 
B)  Amniocentesis 
C)  Nonstress test 
D)  Oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)

Question 4

Which instructions should the nurse include when teaching a pregnant client with Class II heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  Advise her to gain at least 30 pounds. 
B)  Instruct her to avoid strenuous activity. 
C)  Inform her of the need to limit fluid intake. 
D)  Explain the importance of a diet high in calcium.

Question 5

A client has a history of drug use and is screened for hepatitis B during the first trimester. Which action is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Practice respiratory isolation. 
B)  Plan for retesting during the third trimester. 
C)  Discuss the recommendation to bottle feed her baby. 
D)  Anticipate administering the vaccination for hepatitis B as soon as possible.

Exam 26: Concurrent Disorders During Pregnancy

A pregnant patient with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is reviewing infant care instructions with the prenatal nurse. Which patient statement indicates to the nurse that the teaching was effective?

Examination of a newborn in the birth room reveals bilateral cataracts. Which disease process in the maternal history would likely cause this abnormality?

The results of a pregnant patient's glucose tolerance test (GTT) were 158 mg/dL. What is the next test that the nurse will include in the patient's teaching plan?

Which instructions should the nurse include when teaching a pregnant client with Class II heart disease?

A client has a history of drug use and is screened for hepatitis B during the first trimester. Which action is appropriate?