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Maternity Sample Questions

1. Where fertilization takes place?
A. Fallopian tube B. Ovary C. Uterus D. Lower portion of uterus.
Answer Ans: A Fertilization occurs in the ampulla of the fallopian tube when sperm and ova unite. Saunders: 263

2. The normal fetal heart rate?
A. 100 to 120bpm. B. 120 to 160bpm C. 60 to 100bpm. D. 140 to 160bpm
Answer Ans: B The normal fetal heart rate is 120 to 160bpm near or term. The health care provider must be notified if the fetal heart rate is outside the parameters. Saunders: 265.

3. How many vessels in the umbilical cord?
A. Two arteries and one vein. B. Two veins and one artery. C. One artery and one vein. D. One artery and three veins.
Answer Ans: A Umbilical cord contains two arteries and one vein. Arteries carry deoxygenated blood and waste products from the fetus. Vein carries oxygenated blood and provides oxygen and nutrients to the fetus. Saunders: 265.