Nsg 1600 Maternity Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

When can a primigravida fetal heartbeat be heard for the first time? 1 A stethoscope at 4 weeks 2 A fetoscope at 10 to 12 weeks 3 Doppler ultrasound after 20 weeks 4 Doppler ultrasound at 10 to 12 weeks {Ans: 4 A fetal heartbeat can be obtained at 10 to 12 weeks with electronic Doppler ultrasound. The heartbeat cannot be obtained with a stethoscope, and 4 weeks is too early to hear a fetal heart. A fetoscope cannot pick up the heartbeat until the 17th week. The heart rate can be detected 8 to 10 weeks earlier than 20 weeks.}Which instruction would the nurse include when teaching episiotomy （外阴切开术）care? 1 Rest with legs elevated at least 2 times a day. 2 Avoid stair climbing for several days after discharge. 3 Perform perineal care after toileting until healing occurs. 4 Continue sitz baths 3 times a day if they provide comfort. {Ans: 3 Performing perineal care after toileting until the episiotomy is healed is critical to the prevention of infection, which is at the core of episiotomy care. Resting is encouraged to promote involution and general recovery from childbirth. Stair climbing may cause some discomfort but is not