1 :

Hint : Must be fetus-specific 🎧

Correct Answers:

  • Fetal heart tones detected by ultrasound.


Rationale :

🩺 Positive signs of pregnancy are those that are directly attributable to the presence of a fetus.

📻 Fetal heart tones heard via ultrasound or Doppler are irrefutable evidence of pregnancy.

🛌 Fatigue and breast tenderness are presumptive signs, which may be due to other causes like hormonal changes or illness.

🧪 A positive pregnancy test is a probable sign, as false positives can occur (e.g., certain tumors or medications).


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2 :

Hint : Internal exam = bleeding risk 🚨

Correct Answers:

  • "This could result in profound bleeding."


Rationale :

🚫 In placenta previa, the placenta partially or completely covers the cervical os.

💉 Performing a digital or internal exam can disrupt the placenta and cause severe hemorrhage.

🛑 This is a medical emergency, and internal exams are avoided until placenta location is confirmed via ultrasound.

🦠 While infection and rupture are concerns, the main priority is bleeding control.


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3 :

Hint : Rectal temp not routine ❌🌡️

Correct Answers:

  • "My baby's temperature will be checked rectally every hour."


Rationale :

🌡️ Rectal temperatures are not routinely used in newborns due to the risk of mucosal injury or perforation.

⏰ Temperature monitoring is typically done axillary every 4 hours unless otherwise indicated.

🧣 Covering the baby's head and keeping them away from drafts are appropriate thermal regulation practices.

🫂 Placing the baby skin-to-skin or on the mother’s chest promotes thermoregulation and bonding.


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4 :

Hint : 10 cm = stage transition 🚪

Correct Answers:

  • Cervix dilation of 5 cm with 50% effacement.


Rationale :

🌀 Labor has three stages, with the first stage ending at full cervical dilation (10 cm) and 100% effacement.

🔄 Dilation from 0 to 10 cm occurs during the first stage; transition to second stage begins once fully dilated.

💧 Ruptured membranes and regular contractions can occur early and are not indicators of stage transition.

👶 Full dilation means the mother is ready to push during the second stage.


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5 :

Hint : First clear, then stimulate 💨

Correct Answers:

  • Clear the respiratory tract.


Rationale :

🌬️ Airway patency is the first priority in neonatal care — remember ABC: Airway, Breathing, Circulation.

👃 Suctioning the mouth and nose prevents aspiration of secretions that can obstruct breathing.

🩺 Stimulation to cry, drying, and head covering are important but follow airway clearance.

🔗 The umbilical cord is typically clamped and cut once the newborn is stable.


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6 :

Hint : Warm = increased blood flow 🩸

Correct Answers:

  • Sitz baths increase the blood supply to the perineal area.


Rationale :

💧 Warm sitz baths promote vasodilation, not vasoconstriction, which enhances blood flow and healing.

🩸 Increased circulation to the area helps reduce swelling, discomfort, and promotes tissue repair.

🚿 They also provide cleansing and comfort for perineal trauma or episiotomy.

⚠️ Sitz baths do not increase infection risk when done correctly.


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7 :

Hint : Full dilation = time to push 💪

Correct Answers:

  • When the cervix is fully dilated.


Rationale :

🎯 Pushing begins during the second stage of labor, which starts at 10 cm dilation.

🧍 Premature pushing (before full dilation) can cause cervical edema and delayed progress.

👩‍⚕️ While the provider’s presence is important, physiological readiness is the true indicator.

👶 The fetal head becoming visible (crowning) comes after pushing has begun, not before.


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8 :

Hint : Self-care = taking-hold stage 🧼

Correct Answers:

  • She did her perineal care independently.


Rationale :

👩‍👧 The taking-hold phase is characterized by increased independence and maternal involvement in self-care and infant care.

🧠 Mothers begin focusing on learning and adapting to their new role and responsibilities.

🎙️ Talking about the birth experience occurs in the taking-in phase, which is more passive.

🧸 Rocking the baby or nurturing behaviors emerge later as bonding deepens.


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9 :

Hint : Insulin resistance peaks mid-pregnancy 🧁

Correct Answers:

  • Between 24 and 28 weeks' gestation.


Rationale :

🧪 Screening for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is routinely done during weeks 24–28 when placental hormones can impair insulin sensitivity.

🩸 This includes a glucose challenge test (GCT) or oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT).

📅 Screening earlier (8–12 weeks) is reserved for high-risk clients (e.g., obesity, prior GDM).

📈 Testing too late may miss opportunities for early intervention and risk reduction.


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10 :

Hint : Above spines = negative station

Correct Answers:

  • The presenting part is 1 cm above the ischial spines.


Rationale :

📍 Station refers to the fetal descent in relation to the ischial spines. A -1 station means the presenting part is 1 cm above these spines.

📍 The ischial spines are the narrowest part of the pelvis and the reference point for 0 station.

📍 +1 to +5 indicate how far the baby has descended past the ischial spines; engagement begins at 0.

📍 Confusing station with dilation or effacement is common but incorrect.


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