RNC NIC TESTS COMPILATION BUNDLE

What are the hormones released during the Menstrual Cycle and where are they produced? correct answer: Anterior Pituitary: • FSH (Follicle stimulating) • LH (Luteinizing) Ovary: • Estrogen • Progesterone Fertilization correct answer: • Occurs in fallopian tube • 3-5 days for t...

increased alpha fetoprotein puts the newborn at risk for what two defects? correct answer: Neural tube and abdominal wall defect. Without acetylcholinesterase what defects are likely? correct answer: esphageal atresia gastrocheschisis When is Quad testing done? correct answer: between 15 -...

The insulin requirements for most diabetic breastfeeding mom's is: a. increased b. decreased c. same correct answer: b In a normal pregnancy, there is usually a physiologic drop in blood pressure to its lowest point in the a. first trimester b. 2nd trimester c. 3rd trimester correct answe...

RNC-NIC STUDY GUIDE| 160 QUESTIONS | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

GIR correct answer: 6-8mcg/kg/min caloric intake D10 Bolus correct answer: 2mL/kg Fluid Volume Bolus correct answer: 10mL/kg Term Parenteral Fluid Requirement correct answer: 80mL/kg/day Enteral 100-150 mlk/kg/day Preterm Parenteral Fluid Requirement correct answer: 120 Enteral 15...

Normal neonatal urine output correct answer: 2-4ml/kg/hr Radiation Heat Loss correct answer: #1 mode of heat loss in preemies AFTER week 1 of life. Transfer of heat between 2 objects that never touch each other ex: infant near a cold window that us closed Evaporation Heat Loss correct ans...

Neonates born to mothers with uncontrolled asthma are at increased risk for a. acidosis b. apnea c. low birth weight correct answer: C-Neonates born to women with asthma that is not under control are at increased risk for prematurity and low birth weight. If asthma is controlled, neonatal outc...

Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP) correct answer: indicates an open neural tube defect When is MSAFP tested? correct answer: 16-18 weeks gestation chorionic villus sampling correct answer: a test made in early pregnancy to detect congenital abnormalities in the fetus. When is CVS ...

Complications of hyperthermia correct answer: -increased metabolic demands -increased oxygen requirements -apnea Why might a HYPERthermic infant be hypotensive? correct answer: They are vasodilated in an attempt to dissipate heat What are three complications of increased insensible water l...

Pre-term correct answer: RDS Hypoglycemia Hypothermia IVH sepsis PDA long term problems Post term correct answer: Fetal distress Hypoglycemia Neonatal asphyxia Mec aspiration syndrome Birth injuries SGA correct answer: Hypoglycemia Hypocalcemia Neonatal asphyxia Meconium aspi...

Most common heart defect correct answer: Ventricular septal defect (VSD) foramen ovale correct answer: connects the two atria in the fetal heart In fetal circulation, the ___ ventricle is the dominant ventricle correct answer: Right The ____ receives the greatest percentage of fetal card...

Caloric Requirement during pregnancy 2500 kcals/day Total recommended weight gain during pregnancy 25 to 35 lbs Inadequate intake of folic acid is associated with Neural tube defects such as: myelomeningocele Recommended dosage of folic acid to prevent NTD 0.4 to 0.8 mg daily Recommended...

Magnesium Homeostasis correct answer: 1.5-2.5 mg/dl; important for muscle contractions and enzymatic function For greatest possible accuracy; when should urine output be measured? correct answer: right after it occurs; infants on radiant warmer may loose volume due to evaporation before diaper ...

What risks are present in infants born to mothers who receive no or little prenatal care? correct answer: LBW premature birth Maternal iron-deficiency anemia Increased neonatal mortality Describe the fetal response to mothers with diabetes correct answer: Because glucose crosses the placenta...