{"id":132315,"date":"2024-03-27T06:40:55","date_gmt":"2024-03-27T06:40:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=132315"},"modified":"2024-03-27T06:40:58","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T06:40:58","slug":"kaplan-ob-final-exam-questions-and-answers-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/27\/kaplan-ob-final-exam-questions-and-answers-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Kaplan OB Final Exam Questions and Answers 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When a patient with GDM is feeling nauseated or ill, it is most important to assess<br>Adherence to insulin regimen<br>Patients with diabetes must still take insulin when sick because insulin needs increase during times of stress and illness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kaplan OB Final Exam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is the primary purpose of using a foley catheter after a hysterectomy?<br>Keeping the bladder decompressed<br>An expanded bladder may interfere with wound healing by pressing on the wound area<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Total vaginal hysterectomy<br>Removal of uterus and cervix through vagina<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Total abdomen hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oopherectomy definition<br>Removal of uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes through incision of the abdomen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Total abdomen hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oopherectomy nursing care<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Potential food\/fluid restrictions for 1-2 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assessing bowel sounds and peristalsis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Admin analgesics for comfort and to promote ambulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Removal of foley when pt begins to ambulate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Hysterectomy complications<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>venous thromboembolism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hemorrhage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bladder dysfunction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Infertility: Medical Definition<br>Unable to conceive after 1 year of unprotected intercourse<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After a biopsy, the most important nursing action is to<br>Observe for bleeding!<br>Greatest risk= ligation of artery or vein<br>Also observe for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>pallor, cool\/clammy skin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>increased pulse &amp; decreased BP<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Nursing action when patient feels like bearing down, but not yet fully dilated<br>Encourage panting through pursed lips (prevents pushing)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Norestrogel (progestin) contraceptive: report S\/S of<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fluid retention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mental depression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liver dysfunction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Embolism<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Most fertile time of woman&#8217;s cycle<br>10-14 days after onset of the menstrual period<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most important nursing action for newborn safety during phototherapy<br>Cover neonate&#8217;s eyes with protective patches<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diet during lactation (vs. pregnancy)<br>More kcal, but same amount of protein, calcium, and fluids<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Placenta Previa<br>Placenta is abnormally placed near or over opening of cervix (aka lower uterine segment)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Major indicator of placenta previa<br>Painless, frank bright red vaginal bleeding<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>also soft uterus in 3rd trimester<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Placenta Previa Nursing Care<br>\u2663 Bed rest<br>\u2663 Ultrasound to locate placenta<br>\u2663 No vaginal\/rectal exams<br>\u2663 Amniocentesis for lung maturity<br>\u2663 Daily D&amp;H<br>\u2663 2 units cross-matched blood available<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Palpate contractions using your\u2026<br>Fingertips; press gently<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brachytherapy definition<br>Use of internal radiation at treatment site, usually a malignancy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purpose of inserting foley and administrating an enema prior to brachytherapy<br>Prevents displacement of the internal implant<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moment of peace and increase in bloody show occurs at what stage of labor?<br>Beginning of second, right before birth of baby<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most common characteristics of preterm infant<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Red, wrinkled skin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hypotonic muscles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lanugo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pre-eclampsia Dx Criteria:<br><em>+<br><\/em> and\/or <strong>__<\/strong><br>HTN (&gt;140\/90)<br>+<br>proteinuria and\/or edema<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In patients with preeclampsia, ensure adequate intake of<br>Protein (to restore osmotic pressure)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pre-X patients:<br>1) Position?<br>2) Daily <strong><em>_ &amp; Monitor _<\/em><\/strong><br>3) Precautions?<br>1) Left lateral<br>2) Weight; I\/Os<br>3) Seizure precautions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After C-section, priority to monitor for: <strong><em>_ &amp;<\/em><\/strong><br>Hemorrhage &amp; shock<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help decrease pain during first stage of labor, first <strong>__<\/strong><br>Coach in relaxation and breathing techniques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2nd and 3rd trimesters, increase kcal by +<em>__<\/em><br>+300<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good sources of iron:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chicken\/pork livers; in veggies, substitute tofu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooked artichoke<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some cereals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>3 positive signs of pregnancy<br>1) Presence of fetal heartbeat<br>2) Palpation of fetal movement<br>3) Fetal skeleton on x-ray or sonogram<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GDM Diet:<br>1) Moderate intake of <strong><em>carbs &amp; <strong>2) Low intake of<\/strong> carbs &amp;<br>3) High intake of<\/em><\/strong><br>1) Moderate complex carbs &amp; protein<br>2) Low simple carbs and fat<br>3) High fiber<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purpose of fetal monitor<br>Determine if fetus is getting adequate O2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Warning signs that pregnancy is in danger:<br>o Leaking amniotic fluid, vaginal bleeding<br>o Severe headaches<br>o abdominal pain<br>o Persistent vomiting<br>o Fever\/chills<br>o Swelling of face\/fingers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fibrocystic disease of breast (involves benign cysts): cyst characteristics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soft\/tender<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Movable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enlarge during menstruation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid aspirin during<br>3rd trimester of pregnancy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breast soreness during pregnancy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cold compresses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supportive bra<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wash with warm water and keep dry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Discomforts of Pregnancy<br>o Urinary freq<br>o Nausea and vomiting, Indigestion<br>o Constipation, increase bulk foods, fiber, and fluid intake; encourage regular exercise<br>o Hemorrhoids<br>o Edema of feet\/legs<br>o Breast tenderness<br>o Leg cramps, increase calcium intake, flex feet, and local heat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cold stress S\/S:<br>1) Skin?<br>2)<strong><em><strong>_ RR? 3) Respiratory and metabolic<\/strong><\/em><\/strong><br>1) Mottling of skin<br>2) Increased respiration rate<br>3) Acidosis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gonorrhea Treatment<br>Ceftatrioxone IM + doxycycline PO 7 days\/month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Newborn narcotic withdrawal generally occurs<br>24-72 hours post-birth<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Untreated gonorrhea can lead to maternal<br>Infertility<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gonorrhea complications in L&amp;D process:<br>1) Preterm <strong><em>\/<\/em><\/strong> &amp; Premature <strong><em>_ 2) Postpartum<\/em><br>3) Neonatal <em>&amp; __<\/em><\/strong><br>1) Premature labor\/birth &amp; premature ROM<br>2) Endometriosis<br>3) Sepsis &amp; conjunctivitis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weight gain during pregnancy<br>1) 1st trimester<br>2) 2nd trimester<br>3) 3rd trimester<br>1) 2-4 lbs.<br>2) 12-14 lbs.<br>3) 8-12 lbs.<br>Total: 22-30 lbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FIRST nursing action after normal vaginal delivery<br>Observe the flow of lochia!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>premenstrual syndrome recommendations to alleviate S\/S<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Moderate exercise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>OTC analgesics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limit caffeine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pre-op breast biopsy teaching:<br>1) NPO by <strong><em>_ 2) Removal of<br>3) Tests that should have been completed<br>4) &amp;<\/em><\/strong> prep<br>1) Midnight night before<br>2) Dentures, jewelry, and nail polish<br>3) All lab tests, CXR, and EKG<br>4) Skin &amp; bowel prep<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spermicides:<br>1) Insertion time?<br>2) To increase effectiveness, use with <strong>__<\/strong><br>1) must be inserted 30 min prior to sex<br>2) may be used with barrier methods to increase effectiveness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Male condoms: when applying, leave <strong><em><strong><em>___<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong>; when removing, hold onto <strong>__<\/strong><br>leave space at end for ejaculate to collect; when removing, hold onto rim<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural family planning failure rate<br>20-25%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cervical mucus ovulation detection method (billings method): pre-ovulation &amp; ovulation characteristics<br>Amount of d\/c increases just before ovulation<br>\u2663 Pre-ovulation: cloudy, yellow or white, sticky<br>\u2663 Ovulation: clear, wet, slippery<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Formation of spinnkarkeit<br>A stretchable thread of cervical mucus influenced by estrogen, indicates ovulation and the fertile time of a woman&#8217;s cycle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contraception: estrogen-progestin combos MoA: inhibit <strong><em>__<\/em><\/strong><br>Combos inhibit dominant follicle formation. does not have LH surge resulting in anovulatory menstrual cycles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hormonal contraception (combo type) common adverse effects<br>\u2663 N&amp;V<br>\u2663 Increased susceptibility to vaginal infections<br>\u2663 VTE(venous thromboembolism)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hormonal contraception contraindications<br>\u2663 HTN<br>\u2663 Thromboembolic disease<br>\u2663 History of circulatory disease<br>\u2663 Varicosities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When using hormonal contraception, report if any of the following occur:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Severe, persistent chest pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cough, SOB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Severe abdominal OR leg pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dizziness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weakness, numbness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Progestin (Norestrogel) MoA:<br>1) Causes cervical mucus to <strong><em><strong>_ 2) Causes endometrial lining to be <\/strong><\/em><\/strong><em><br>3) Slows<\/em><br>4) Interferes with <strong><em>_<\/em><\/strong><br>1) mucus thickens<br>2) endometrial lining unreceptive<br>3) Slows peristalsis in fallopian tubes<br>4) Interferes with LH surge<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Progestin Adverse Effects<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Irregular spotting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Menstrual irregularities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CV and carcinogenic risks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy Physical Changes: Respiratory<br>o Breathing changes from abdominal to thoracic<br>o May have hyperventilation or SOB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy Physical Changes: Cardivasular<br>o Blood volume increases 45%<br>o Increased CO, pulse, and leukocyte production<br>o Vena cava syndrome may occur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy Physical Changes: GI<br>o N\/V during first trimester<br>o Delayed gastric emptying and peristalsis<br>o Heartburn and constipation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cystoscopy &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 Used to examine bladder<br>Culdoscopy<br>Sedation?<br>Position for procedure and after?<br>Any side effects? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 Directly examines ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and small<br>intestines<br>Local anesthetic and\/or light sedation<br>Knee-chest position<br>Severe shoulder pain<br>Positioned on her abdomen with a pillow underneath to expel air<br>Colposcopy &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 Magnifies tissue<br>Observe tissue for color, shape, vasculature, and lesions<br>Laproscopy<br>Sedation? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 View pelvic cavity<br>General anesthesia<br>Maintain bladder depression with foley<br>Distend abdomen with CO2<br>How often are vital signs in the newborn? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 Initially q30min for 2 hours<br>Then q4hrs if stable<br>Then q8hrs if stable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How will a newborn present with an infection? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 Respiratory distress, lethargy,<br>instability of temperature, and poor feeding. Not a temperature<br>How to infants loose heat? What are nursing interventions for each? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 Convection:<br>when cooler air flows over the infant and heat leaves the baby to the surrounding air. Eliminate drafts<br>Conduction: when a transfer of heat from one item to another through direct contact. Cover the surface<br>with a warm blanket or towel. Stethoscope warmed<br>Evaporation: when liquid is converted to vapor. Drying the baby after delivery or bath. Hat on head.<br>Radiation: heat is lost to an object that is cool without direct contact. Move away from cold windows or<br>outside walls.<br>When should a newborn void by? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 Within 48 hours after delivery, if not notify<br>practitioner if not by 24 hours<br>How often are formula fed babies fed? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 q 3-4 hours<br>When are heel stick screenings done in the newborn to screen for common diseases? Why is it done at<br>this time? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 24 hours of age<br>This allows the baby to feed and digest their feeding<br>What type of liquid is given to a formula fed newborn for the first feeding? Why? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714<br>Sterile water, so if the infant aspirates, the liquid is sterile. Breast fed babies go straight to the breast<br>because colostrum is sterile since it is coming straight from the mother<br>How much should the mom drink while the baby is breastfeeding? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 8 oz of water<br>every time the baby drinks<br>What are the normal vital signs of the newborn? &#8211; correct answer\u2714\u2714 Temperature: typically axillary,<br>97.7-99.1 (if higher check environment)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Download the full exam pdf here <a href=\"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/search\/study?query=\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/search\/study?query=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/learnexams.com\/search\/study?query=<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For reference <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When a patient with GDM is feeling nauseated or ill, it is most important to assessAdherence to insulin regimenPatients with diabetes must still take insulin when sick because insulin needs increase during times of stress and illness Kaplan OB Final Exam What is the primary purpose of using a foley catheter after a hysterectomy?Keeping the 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