Ductus Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Which of the following is an extrinsic influence on the FHR? - C. Fetal-placental circulation The most highly oxygenated blood in fetal circulation is carried by: - C. Ductus venosus If fetal arterial pressure begins to fall below normal levels: - A. Baroreceptors cause vasoconstriction and increase the FHR Fetal heart rate variability is defined as fluctuations in the baseline that are irregular in _____ and _____. - B. Amplitude and frequency An increase in the fetal heart rate immediate...

1) A nurse is assisting a child who has multiple closed fractures of the lower extremities due to a motor-vehicle crash. The nurse should monitor the child for which of the following complications during the first 24 hr. after the injury occurred? A. Osteomyelitis B. Compartment syndrome C. Volkmann ischemic contracture D. Renal calculi 2) A nurse is teaching the parent of a toddler who has phenylketonuria about meal planning. Which of the following information should the nurse inc...

allows blood to flow directly from the right atrium into the left atrium to bypass pulmonary circulation - foramen ovale carries blood from the umbilical vein to inferior vena cava; allows some blood to bypass the liver - ductus venosus atrial contraction; systole; p wave - atrial depolarization max volume of air that can be exhaled following maximal inhalation - vital capacity allows blood in pulmonary artery to flow directly into the descending aorta to bypass the pulmonary circula...

A localized dilation of an artery either within the original diameter of the artery (fusiform) or an out pouching of the artery (saccular). Aortic Aneurysm What is aortic aneurysm the result of a weakening of the arterial wall and occurs where arteries curve or flex. Where is the aortic aneurysm located? Can be in the abdominal area such as abdominal aortic aneurysm or thoracic aorta What is the cause of aortic aneurysm? • Hypertension • Atherosclerosis • Smoking • Age • Fam...

WGU D027 Exam Questions & Answers Latest Updated 2023. What syndrome, characterized by an absent homologous X chromosome with only a single X chromosome, exhibits features that include a short stature, total chromosome count of 45, webbed neck, and a shield like chest? (0/1 Point) Cri du chat syndrome Down syndrome Klinefelter syndrome Turner syndrome 3.A female patient has been recently diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma. As an advanced practice nurse, you understand that she wil...

AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring TEST (Answered 100% Correctly) Updated Which of the following is an extrinsic influence on the FHR? C. Fetal-placental circulation The most highly oxygenated blood in fetal circulation is carried by: C. Ductus venosus If fetal arterial pressure begins to fall below normal levels: A. Baroreceptors cause vasoconstriction and increase the FHR Fetal heart rate variability is defined as fluctuations in the baseline that are irregular in _____ and _____. ...

1. A nurse is caring for an 8-year-old child who ha sickle cell anemia and is recovering from a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following precautions should the nurse include in the discharge teaching? a. drink eight glasses of fluid daily b. avoid playground activities at school c. maintain an updated haemophilus influenza type B immunization d. assume postural drainage positions every 6 hours - a. drink eight glasses of fluid daily (hydration decreases the viscosity of the blood. a ...

b. Correct. Pregnant women and women who are attempting pregnancy should avoid contact with cat feces. Exposure occurs when the protozoan parasite found in cat feces and uncooked or rare beef and lamb is ingested. Wearing a mask will not decrease the risk through ingestion of the parasite. - Answer- Which of the following statements by a pregnant woman indicates she needs additional teaching on ways to reduce risks to her unborn child from the potential effects of exposure to toxoplasmosis?a. "...

In complete TGA, the pulmonary artery arises from which structure? - ANSWER-Left ventricle The left atrial appendage is described as having what appearance? - ANSWER-Finger-like The ascending aorta and the MPA are derived embryologically from a spiral division of what structure? - ANSWER-Truncus arteriosis What heart defect is most commonly associated with trisomy 21? - ANSWER-AVSD slightly more common in females (isolated or with TOF) In CCTGA, the aorta arises from where? - ANS...

Which of the following is an extrinsic influence on the FHR? CORRECT ANSWER C. Fetal-placental circulation The most highly oxygenated blood in fetal circulation is carried by: CORRECT ANSWER C. Ductus venosus If fetal arterial pressure begins to fall below normal levels: CORRECT ANSWER A. Baroreceptors cause vasoconstriction and increase the FHR Fetal heart rate variability is defined as fluctuations in the baseline that are irregular in _____ and _____. CORRECT ANSWER B. Amplitude and ...

ATI PEDS PROCTORED EXAM PACK . A nurse is preparing to apply lidocaine and prilocaine cream to a child prior to the insertion of an IV catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? a. Wash the site with alcohol prior to applying the cream b. Gently rub the cream into the skin (never) c. Apply the cream 1 hr. before the procedure d. Avoid removing the cream prior to the procedure. 2) A nurse is caring for an infant who has Patent ductus arteriosus. The nurse shoul...