The client tells the nurse that she is using cocoa butter on her abdom

Maternal NCLEX Questions

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Question 1 of 5.

The client tells the nurse that she is using cocoa butter on her abdomen to prevent stretch marks. Which is the most accurate response from the nurse?

A. â€œThat is wonderful. If you continue to use cocoa butter daily, you should have no stretch marks after delivery.â€

B. â€œThe cocoa butter will not prevent stretch marks completely, but it will help to reduce their number.â€

C. â€œThe cocoa butter will not prevent stretch marks but will decrease the appearance of the linea nigra.â€

D. â€œCocoa butter does not prevent stretch marks, but it soothes itching that occurs as your abdomen enlarges.â€

Explanation: Cocoa butter is an emollient and provides moisture to the skin, thereby decreasing the itching associated with stretching of the skin as the abdomen enlarges. Cocoa butter does not prevent striae gravidarum. Cocoa butter does not decrease the incidence of striae gravidarum. Cocoa butter does not prevent the appearance of linea nigra.

Question 2 of 5.

Which explanation by the nurse correctly describes the occurrence of identical twins?

A. Two separate ova are fertilized by identical sperm.

B. The mother releases two identical ova.

C. One fertilized ovum divides into two identical halves.

D. Two identical ova are fertilized by two identical sperm.

Explanation: Identical twins result from one fertilized ovum splitting into two identical embryos, sharing the same genetic material.

Question 3 of 5.

In the primigravid client, when is fetal movement typically felt for the first time?

A. Between 10 and 14 weeks' gestation

B. Between 16 and 20 weeks' gestation

C. Between 22 and 26 weeks' gestation

D. Between 28 and 32 weeks' gestation

Explanation: Primigravid women typically feel fetal movement (quickening) between 16 and 20 weeks, later than multigravida women.

Question 4 of 5.

Which method best promotes client comfort during the pelvic examination?

A. Have the client lift her head off the table.

B. Have the client press her back into the examination table.

C. Have the client tighten her buttocks.

D. Tell the client to let her knees fall outward.

Explanation: Letting the knees fall outward relaxes the pelvic muscles, reducing discomfort during the pelvic examination.

Question 5 of 5.

Which nursing instructions concerning exercise during pregnancy are accurate? Select all that apply.

A. Avoid exercising during hot, humid weather.

B. Avoid exercises involving bouncing or jumping movements.

C. Drink plenty of fluids before and after exercising.

D. Limit strenuous activity to no more than 60 minutes a session.

E. Perform exercises only in the supine position.

F. Limit exercising to once per week.

Explanation: Exercising in hot weather risks overheating, bouncing movements may strain joints, and hydration is crucial. Supine exercises are avoided late in pregnancy.