Midwifery National Practice Exam

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• Which symptom is characteristic of mild abruptio placenta?
• Which factors are associated with placenta previa?
• What is one potential result of increased water retention during pregnancy?
• How is gestational diabetes defined?
• What is the typical range for fetal heart rate during labor?
• What is the typical length of the postpartum period?
• Which of the following treatments is specifically indicated for managing chlamydia during pregnancy?
• What are common interventions during the second stage of labor?
• What effect does progesterone have on the renal pelvis and ureters during pregnancy?
• What observation is recommended for well-appearing babies born at less than 35 weeks gestation without chorioamnionitis?
• Which condition is NOT typically a cause of postpartum hemorrhage?
• What uterotonics are specified as allowable medications for midwives to administer?
• What defines a revealed (marginal) abruption?
• What does the Midwifery Council NOT do?
• Which of the following is a possible effect of Pregnancy-Related Hypertension (PET) on the renal system?
• What is one of the key benefits of using an IUD as a contraceptive method?
• What does the Midwifery Council do when there are concerns about a midwife's competence?
• What is the maximum intramuscular dose of pethidine for women?
• Which of the following statements about delayed cord clamping is NOT true?
• What factor is NOT a risk for screening GBS?
• What is the recommended observation period for healthy-appearing babies born at > 35 weeks gestation to women with GBS risk factors?
• What can indicate a diagnosis of Pregnancy-Related Hypertension (PET)?
• Which type of IUD has the additional benefit of reducing menstrual bleeding?
• What is the best management practice if placenta previa is diagnosed at or beyond 32 weeks gestation?
• During what postnatal period would you expect to see Rubra lochia and what color is it?
• How often should an IUD be checked after insertion?
• What should be done if an IUD is found to be out of place?
• In which postnatal phase does the cervix begin to change consistency?
• What is Group B Streptococcus (GBS) primarily identified as?
• Which of the following best describes the stages of labor?
• What is the appropriate dose of morphine administered intramuscularly for women?
• What is a common characteristic of a cavernous hemangioma?
• What is a significant benefit of skin-to-skin contact after birth?
• What time frame is expected for the posterior fontanelle to close?
• What does absent femoral pulses indicate?
• What management options are available for a breech presentation?
• What is a common characteristic of an incomplete miscarriage?
• In a concealed (or central) abruption, how is the bleeding characterized?
• What are milia in newborns commonly described as?
• What is the recommended weight gain during pregnancy for a woman with a normal Body Mass Index (BMI)?
• What is the maximum amount of syntometrine that can be administered in 24 hours?
• A neonatal eye infection with thick purulent green discharge appearing around 1-4 days old is likely caused by which organism?
• What condition may require medical intervention in a laboring woman?
• Which of the following is a risk factor associated with the relaxed smooth muscle in the urinary tract during pregnancy?
• Which is NOT a common form of contraception?
• Torticollis primarily involves which muscle?
• During what postnatal period does Serosa lochia occur and what color is it?
• Which of the following describes hydrocephaly?
• What is the 'latent phase' of labor?
• What factor might lead to the recommendation of a cesarean section?
• Why is Rho(D) immunoglobulin administered to Rh-negative mothers?
• Which assessments are typically conducted during the initial prenatal visit?
• How long should antibiotic therapy be administered while waiting for culture results in suspected sepsis?
• What does a reactive non-stress test indicate?
• What may occur due to the increase in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) during pregnancy?
• What is a primary role of a midwife in postpartum care?
• What is the average blood volume transferred in delayed cord clamping?
• Which of the following is a sign of postpartum infection?
• At what age does the iris typically set its color?
• What term is used for a baby born after the 37th week of gestation?
• Chigon is defined as...
• What is the role of human placental lactogen during pregnancy?
• What physiological change occurs in the urinary tract during pregnancy?
• What prenatal test is used to assess fetal genetic conditions?
• What frameworks are recognized for keeping midwifery partnerships in practice?
• What is a likely symptom of heavy vaginal bleeding during an incomplete miscarriage?
• For a woman with a previous LGA birth weight, what percentile must it exceed before a consultation is required?
• Which assessment is essential during the postpartum period?
• What is a primary responsibility of a midwife during prenatal care?
• What is the average diameter of the posterior fontanelle?
• What is one of the primary goals of midwifery education?
• What is the significance of leukokoria in newborns?
• What is the purpose of prenatal vitamins?
• Milia are most commonly found on which areas of a newborn's body?
• What is a potential side effect of using an IUD?
• What is the recommended treatment for chlamydia during pregnancy?
• What is the recommended distance for an ophthalmoscope lens during eye examinations?
• Which of the following is an indication of placenta previa?
• How many miscarriages must a woman have to warrant a consultation?
• What should be done for newborns showing signs of chorioamnionitis?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding chigon?
• What is one of the risks associated with placenta previa during delivery?
• What is the primary function of a doula?
• What is considered abnormal in a PCR reflecting PET?
• If a fetus is found to have an estimated fetal weight (EFW) below the 10th percentile, what is the recommended next step?
• What symptom indicates a moderate level of abruptio placenta?
• Which statement correctly describes the cervix and cervical os immediately following birth?
• During what postnatal period would you expect to see Alba lochia and what color is it?
• What does a cardiotocograph (CTG) monitor during labor?
• What is an essential role of a midwife in prenatal care?
• When does the anterior fontanelle typically close?
• Which statement about cephalohaematoma is NOT true?
• How many days should a woman expect her fundus to reach the pubic symphysis after delivery?
• Which maternal serum markers are tested in the first trimester maternal serum screening (MSS1)?
• What is a common characteristic of most IUDs?
• What is the recommended duration for exclusive breastfeeding?
• What are the three stages of uterine involution?
• What color is lochia serosa typically described as?
• What does the amnion do during pregnancy?
• In addition to monitoring, what is a key role of midwives during childbirth?
• What are common signs of preterm labor?
• When is a serum uric acid level considered abnormal in the context of pregnancy?
• What are the expected changes to the cervix by 14 days postpartum?
• What is the primary characteristic of sagittal synostosis?
• What nutrient is primarily provided by prenatal vitamins to prevent neural tube defects?
• What does the Bishop Score assess before labor?
• How often should prenatal visits be scheduled during the third trimester?
• Which hormone is primarily responsible for milk production?
• What does colostrum refer to?
• What should be the management plan if EFW is below the 10th percentile on the customized growth chart?
• Where is the ductus arteriosus located?
• What is the effect of pethidine administration on neonate respiratory risk?
• What are symptoms commonly associated with acute placenta previa?
• When observing cephalohaematoma, which characteristic is most significant?
• Which of the following is a key component of informed consent?
• What should a mother with a child showing leukokoria be tested for?
• What cardiovascular changes occur during pregnancy?
• What is a significant factor to consider when choosing an IUD?
• What substance in the plasma increases during pregnancy and correlates with fetal and placental growth?
• What is characterized by lesions that start as 1-2mm central yellowish papules surrounded by halos in newborns?
• What is the average diameter of the anterior fontanelle at birth?
• Red eye reflex checks are used for detecting which of the following?
• Which type of contraceptive is designed for long-term use and is placed within the uterus?
• What condition may occur due to severe abruptio placenta?
• What functions does the Midwifery Council perform?
• What vessel carries most oxygenated blood in a newborn?
• How is a Strawberry naevus best described?
• What is primarily responsible for the reduction in size of individual uterine cells after birth?
• What is the main purpose of the postpartum assessment?
• What is the principal purpose of the NZMC?
• What is the recommended intravenous dose of fentanyl for women?
• What does the first stage of labor primarily involve?
• Caput succedaneum typically resolves within:
• How does the body counteract the increase in blood volume during pregnancy?
• What is the primary function of an intrauterine device (IUD)?
• What is recommended for all newborns showing signs of sepsis?
• How does an IUD function to prevent pregnancy?
• Which condition could make an IUD unsuitable for a woman?
• What are potential causes of postpartum hemorrhage?
• What does the midwife's role include during labor?
• Which of the following is NOT true about caput succedaneum?
• What is generally true about preauricular pits and tags found on the neonatal ear?
• Which of the following statements about physiological changes in the cardiac system during pregnancy is NOT TRUE?
• What complications can arise from Group B Streptococcus infection during pregnancy?
• What is a common sign of an imminent miscarriage?
• What is placenta previa?
• What is the primary purpose of a birth plan?
• What is the intravenous dose of pethidine for women?
• What is NOT considered an action by the NZMC?
• What hormone is primarily responsible for keeping the ductus arteriosus open?
• How long may it take for nasal lacrimal ducts to open, potentially causing 'sticky eye'?
• What is the primary focus of midwifery care?
• What is true regarding naloxone?
• What is one reason a woman might choose to remove her IUD?
• If a woman has a history of SUDI, what type of referral is required?
• What is the common duration for postpartum vaginal blood loss as excess tissue is shed?
• When is screening for gestational diabetes typically conducted?
• What amount of bleeding requires consultation if a woman has a history of PPH?
• What is the maximum duration of effective antagonism produced by naloxone?
• The drainage of mucus from one or both nostrils in choanal atresia can cause:
• What is a common symptom of hypoglycemia in a newborn?
• What is a potential fetal effect of alcohol exposure?
• What characterizes a partially revealed (or combined) abruption?
• Which sign may indicate placenta previa in an unbooked woman arriving at a secondary unit?
• During the first stage of water labour, when should a woman be allowed to enter the pool?
• What is the appropriate follow-up if placenta previa is identified at the dating scan?
• What is the onset time for morphine IV administration?
• What is the main distinction between a midwife and an obstetrician?
• Hydrocephaly is associated with which of the following conditions?
• Which group of individuals may benefit from using an IUD?
• Choanal atresia is characterized by:
• What are typical components of prenatal education provided by midwives?
• What may indicate a blockage in cerebrospinal fluid circulation?
• At what gestation should a woman quit smoking for optimal neonatal health outcomes?
• What dietary advice is commonly given to pregnant women?
• Which of the following is a correct description of a term infant?
• Why is folic acid vital during pregnancy?
• What term describes the initial yellowish papules seen in newborns?
• What is meconium and its typical passing timeframe?
• What is involved in calculating the estimated due date (EDD)?
• What are some contraindications for home birth?
• What is a key temperature management guideline for water labour in the second stage?
• Which of the following is NOT a maternal effect of alcohol during pregnancy?
• What is a common characteristic of multiple gestations?
• Which key nutrients are particularly important during lactation?
• What mechanism of action does the copper IUD employ to prevent pregnancy?
• What is the expected weight gain for a woman of normal weight during pregnancy?
• Which methods are available for pain relief during labor?
• When should a woman seek medical care for signs of pregnancy complications?
• Which opioid should NOT be administered with Entonox due to potential respiratory depression?
• What does the APGAR score assess in a newborn?
• How should well-appearing babies born to women with GBS risk factors and inadequate antibiotics during labor be observed?
• Which blood vessel carries oxygen from the placenta to the fetus?
• What does it indicate if a baby passes meconium during labor?
• What are common indications for a cesarean section?
• Which signs indicate an inevitable miscarriage?
• What is an important aspect of breastfeeding support provided by midwives?
• During pregnancy, what change occurs to stroke volume at term?
• What is the condition where heavy vaginal bleeding may occur alongside severe contractions?
• Which factors can influence the choice of delivery method?