Which of the following are NOT considered presumptive signs of pregnancy? (Select all that apply.)

Quickening

Amenorrhea

Ballottement

Increased urination

Positive pregnancy test via blood work

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,E

A. Quickening – Incorrect; quickening (fetal movement) is a presumptive sign of pregnancy.
B. Amenorrhea – Incorrect; absence of menstruation is a presumptive sign of pregnancy.
C. Ballottement – Correct; ballottement is a probable sign, not a presumptive sign, as it is detected by a healthcare provider.
D. Increased urination – Incorrect; frequent urination is a presumptive sign of pregnancy.
E. Positive pregnancy test via blood work – Correct; a positive pregnancy test is a probable sign, not a presumptive one.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Avoid the use of aspirin. – Incorrect; aspirin use is not a major risk factor for neural tube defects (NTDs).

B. Avoid consumption of alcohol. – Incorrect; alcohol consumption can cause fetal alcohol syndrome, but it is not directly linked to NTDs.

C. Eat foods fortified with folic acid. – Correct; folic acid is essential for neural tube development, and adequate intake reduces the risk of NTDs, such as spina bifida and anencephaly.

D. Increase intake of iron. – Incorrect; iron is crucial for preventing anemia in pregnancy but does not significantly impact NTD risk.

A. By calculating the time between the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next B. By measuring the duration of the contractions C. By assessing the intensity of the contractions D. By palpating the resting tone of the uterus

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. By calculating the time between the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next – Correct; frequency is measured from the start of one contraction to the start of the next.

B. By measuring the duration of the contractions – Incorrect; duration refers to how long a contraction lasts, not frequency.

C. By assessing the intensity of the contractions – Incorrect; intensity refers to the strength of the contraction.

D. By palpating the resting tone of the uterus – Incorrect; resting tone assesses uterine relaxation between contractions.

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