Wednesday, January 27, 2016

obg mcq and model question paper


Obstetrical and Gynecological Nursing (Including Midwifery)

Total mark: 75    
Maximum   time:-3 hrs
Section: B     
Time: 2 hrs 40 minutes
Marks: 55

I.                    LONG ESSAY (ANSWER TO ALL THE QUESTION)                                                                                                 (3X10=30)
          1. a) Define multiple pregnancies. (1)
   b) Describe the types of twins. (3)
   c) Discuss the complications associated with multiple pregnancies. (6)
2. List the indications for caesarean section and explain the pre and post   operative management of patient undergoing caesarean section. (10)
3. a) What is breech presentation? (2)
    b) Explain the management of labor in breech delivery.  (8)

II.                  SHORT ESSAY (ANSWER TO ANY 5)                                                                                                         (5X5=25)
4.     Induction of labor.
5.     Injuries to the birth canal
6.     Low birth weight babies
7.     Threatened abortion
8.     Ante partum hemorrhage
9.     Puerperal sepsis










Obstetrical and Gynecological Nursing (Including Midwifery)

Total mark: 75    
Maximum   time:-3 hrs
Section: A     
Time: 20 Minutes
Marks: 1X20=20

1.       1. When talking with a pregnant client who is experiencing aching swollen, leg veins, the nurse would explain that this is most probably the result of which of the following?


a)      Thrombophlebitis

b)      Pregnancy-induced hypertension

c)       Pressure on blood vessels from the enlarging uterus
d)      The force of gravity pulling down on the uterus


2.       Which of the following statements best describes hyperemesis gravidarum?
a)      Severe anemia leading to electrolyte, metabolic, and nutritional imbalances in the absence of other medical problems.
b)      Severe nausea and vomiting leading to electrolyte, metabolic, and nutritional imbalances in the absence of other medical problems.
c)       Loss of appetite and continuous vomiting that commonly results in dehydration and ultimately decreasing maternal nutrients
d)      Severe nausea and diarrhea that can cause gastrointestinal irritation and possibly internal bleeding
3.       Which of the following would the nurse identify as a classic sign of PIH?


a)      Edema of the feet and ankles
b)      Edema of the hands and face
c)       Weight gain of 1 lb/week
d)      Early morning headache


4.          In which of the following types of spontaneous abortions would the nurse assess dark brown vaginal discharge and negative pregnancy tests?


a)      Threatened
b)      Imminent
c)       Missed
d)      Incomplete


5.       Which of the following factors would the nurse suspect as predisposing a client to placenta previa?


a)      Multiple gestation
b)      Uterine anomalies
c)       Abdominal trauma
d)      Renal or vascular disease


6.       Which of the following would the nurse assess in a client experiencing abruptio placenta?


a)      Bright red, painless vaginal bleeding
b)      Concealed or external dark red bleeding
c)       Palpable fetal outline
d)      Soft and nontender abdomen


7.       Which of the following may happen if the uterus becomes overstimulated by oxytocin during the induction of labor?


a)      Weak contraction prolonged to more than 70 seconds
b)      Tetanic contractions prolonged to more than 90 seconds
c)       Increased pain with bright red vaginal bleeding
d)      Increased restlessness and anxiety


8.       Which of the following best describes preterm labor?
a)      Labor that begins after 20 weeks gestation and before 37 weeks gestation
b)      Labor that begins after 15 weeks gestation and before 37 weeks gestation
c)       Labor that begins after 24 weeks gestation and before 28 weeks gestation
d)      Labor that begins after 28 weeks gestation and before 40 weeks gestation

9.       When PROM occurs, which of the following provides evidence of the nurse’s understanding of the client’s immediate needs?
a.       The chorion and amnion rupture 4 hours before the onset of labor.
b.      PROM removes the fetus most effective defense against infection
c.       Nursing care is based on fetal viability and gestational age.
d.      PROM is associated with malpresentation and possibly incompetent cervix
10.   Which of the following factors is the underlying cause of dystocia?


a)      Nurtional
b)      Mechanical
c)       Environmental
d)      Medical


11.   When uterine rupture occurs, which of the following would be the priority?


a)      Limiting hypovolemic shock
b)      Obtaining blood specimens
c)       Instituting complete bed rest
d)      Inserting a urinary catheter


12.   Which of the following amounts of blood loss following birth marks the criterion for describing postpartum hemorrhage?


a)      More than 200 ml
b)      More than 300 ml
c)       More than 400 ml
d)      More than 500 ml


13.      Which of the following assessment findings would the nurse expect if the client develops DVT?
a)      Midcalf pain, tenderness and redness along the vein
b)      Chills, fever, malaise, occurring 2 weeks after delivery
c)       Muscle pain the presence of Homans sign, and swelling in the affected limb
d)      Chills, fever, stiffness, and pain occurring 10 to 14 days after delivery
14.   For the client who is using oral contraceptives, the nurse informs the client about the need to take the pill at the same time each day to accomplish which of the following?


a)      Decrease the incidence of nausea
b)      Maintain hormonal levels
c)       Reduce side effects
d)      Prevent drug interactions


15.   When developing a plan of care for a client newly diagnosed with gestational diabetes, which of the following instructions would be the priority?


a)      Dietary intake
b)      Medication
c)       Exercise
d)      Glucose monitoring


16.   Which of the following would be the priority nursing diagnosis for a client with an ectopic pregnancy?


a)      Risk for infection
b)      Pain
c)       Knowledge Deficit
d)      Anticipatory Grieving


17.   During a pelvic exam the nurse notes a purple-blue tinge of the cervix. The nurse documents this as which of the following?


a)      Braxton-Hicks sign
b)      Chadwick’s sign
c)       Goodell’s sign
d)      McDonald’s sign


18.   The nurse understands that the fetal head is in which of the following positions with a face presentation?


a)      Completely flexed
b)      Completely extended
c)       Partially extended
d)      Partially flexed


19.   A patient is in labor and has just been told she has a breech presentation. The nurse should be particularly alert for which of the following?


a)      Quickening
b)      Ophthalmia neonatorum
c)       Pica
d)      Prolapsed umbilical cord


20 .  A gravidocardiac mother is advised to observe bed rest primarily to 
a)      Allow the fetus to achieve normal intrauterine growth
b)      Minimize oxygen consumption which can aggravate the condition of the compromised heart of the mother
c)       Prevent perinatal infection
d)      Reduce incidence of premature labor








1.       Ans: c
2.       Ans: b
3.       Ans:b
4.       Ans: c
5.       Ans: a
6.       Ans: b
7.       Ans: b
8.       Ans:a
9.       Ans: b
10.   Ans: b
11.   Ans: a
12.   Ans d
13.   Ans: c
14.   Ans:b
15.   Ans: a
16.   Ans: b
17.   Ans:b
18.   Ans:b
19.   Ans:d
20.   Ans: b



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