Maternity Nursing Q 41

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During which of the following would the focus of classes be mainly on physiologic changes, fetal development, sexuality, during pregnancy, and nutrition?

  

     A. Prepregnant period

     B. First trimester

     C. Second trimester

     D. Third trimester

    

    

Correct Answer: B. First trimester

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First-trimester classes commonly focus on such issues as early physiologic changes, fetal development, sexuality during pregnancy, and nutrition. Some early classes may include pregnant couples.

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Option A: Preconception health and health care focus on things the woman can do before and between pregnancies to increase the chances of having a healthy baby. For some women, getting their body ready for pregnancy takes a few months. For other women, it might take longer. Before getting pregnant, the woman should talk to her physician about preconception health care. The physician will want to discuss health history and any medical conditions the woman currently has that could affect a pregnancy. He or she also will discuss any previous pregnancy problems, medicines that the woman is currently taking, vaccinations that she might need, and steps she can take before pregnancy to prevent certain birth defects.

Option C: The second trimester is a good time to start a regular, pregnancy-friendly workout. It is a wonderful way to bond with and get support from other moms-to-be. This is also the time when screening tests or amniocentesis will be offered, as well as other chromosomal abnormalities, genetic disorders, and neural tube defects.

Option D: Third-trimester classes may focus on preparation for birth, parenting, and newborn care.

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