Question 1

In some cases, one gene of a pair always exerts its effects, overriding the potential influence of the other gene. This is the _____ principle.

Accepted Answer

A)   sex-linked genes
B)   dominant-recessive genes
C)   genetic imprinting
D)   polygenic inheritanceE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

The formation of a connection, especially a physical one between parents and the newborn, is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   bonding.
B)   connecting.
C)   conjoining.
D)   basking.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

All of the following are ways to effectively treat postpartum depression EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   exercise.
B)   antidepressant drugs.
C)   cognitive therapy.
D)   withdrawal of social support.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 4

A recessive gene exerts its influence only if:

Accepted Answer

A)   both genes in a pair are recessive.
B)   it is the stronger gene.
C)   the environment is right.
D)   the dominant gene is also present in the pair.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

_____ is a stage in reproduction whereby an egg and a sperm fuse to create a single cell.

Accepted Answer

A)   Fertilization
B)   Osmosis
C)   Meiosis
D)   MitosisE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following is a gene-linked abnormality?

Accepted Answer

A)   Down syndrome
B)   Phenylketonuria (PKU) 
C)   Turner syndrome
D)   Klinefelter syndromeE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

According to a recent study, high levels of depression, anxiety, and stress during pregnancy were linked to children with:

Accepted Answer

A)   high birth weight.
B)   greater extraversion.
C)   physical disabilities.
D)   hyperactivity.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a test used by physicians to determine whether a fetus is developing normally?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ultrasound sonography
B)   Fetal MRI
C)   Maternal blood screening
D)   Bayley Scales of Infant AssessmentE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 9

Imagine that you are a nurse practitioner explaining to a patient what a triple screen is for, and her screening was abnormal. Explain to her what the next steps are.

Accepted Answer

The triple screen is a maternal blood sc...

Question 10

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the importance of adaptation, reproduction, and "survival of the fittest" in shaping human behavior.

Accepted Answer

Evolutiona...

Question 11

During your physiology course the instructor asks, "Moving from the outer layer of embryonic cells to the inner layer, what are the layers called?" You immediately write down:

Accepted Answer

A)   endoderm, epidermis, ectoderm, mesoderm.
B)   ectoderm, epidermis, mesoderm, endoderm.
C)   ectoderm, endoderm, mesoderm.
D)   ectoderm, mesoderm, endoderm.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 12

Pilar is using nonmedical techniques for pain management during labor; she has someone insert fine needles into specific locations of her body. She is most likely using:

Accepted Answer

A)   acupressure.
B)   acupuncture.
C)   aromatherapy.
D)   allostasis.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

Which of the following is TRUE regarding genes?

Accepted Answer

A)   Each gene corresponds with one specific protein.
B)   Genes act independently of each other.
C)   Humans have more genes than proteins.
D)   Genetic expression is influenced by the environment.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

The _____ is a layer of the embryo which will become the circulatory system, bones, muscles, excretory system, and reproductive system.

Accepted Answer

A)   endoderm
B)   ectoderm
C)   mesoderm
D)   epidermisE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Jessica is feeling empowered and supported in the ____ care program. She is looking forward to the approximately 50 home visits, guiding her through the prenatal period and in parenting until her child is two years of age.

Accepted Answer

A)   Nurse Family Partnership
B)   CenteringPregnancy
C)   Maxx Family Life
D)   Prenatal Care AssistanceE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Tristan has a genetic disorder that results from an abnormality in the X chromosome, which becomes constricted and often breaks. His doctor told Tristan's mother that he has:

Accepted Answer

A)   fragile X syndrome.
B)   XYY syndrome.
C)   Turner syndrome.
D)   Tay-Sachs disease.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 17

The phases of the brain's development during the prenatal period include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   formation of the neural tube.
B)   neurogenesis.
C)   neuronal migration.
D)   synaptic pruning.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 18

Naveen is entering the third stage of childbirth, also known as the _____ stage.

Accepted Answer

A)   postpartum
B)   umbilical procedure
C)   afterbirth
D)   detachmentE) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

Describe how the three prenatal periods are different from trimesters.

Accepted Answer

The germinal and embryonic per...

Question 20

According to your text, gene-gene interactions have been documented in all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   alcoholism.
B)   asthma.
C)   arthritis.
D)   anxiety.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

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A psychological perspective that emphasizes the importance of adaptation, reproduction, and "survival of the fittest" in shaping human behavior.

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In some cases, one gene of a pair always exerts its effects, overriding the potential influence of the other gene. This is the _____ principle.

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_____ is a stage in reproduction whereby an egg and a sperm fuse to create a single cell.

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Jessica is feeling empowered and supported in the ____ care program. She is looking forward to the approximately 50 home visits, guiding her through the prenatal period and in parenting until her child is two years of age.

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The phases of the brain's development during the prenatal period include all of the following EXCEPT:

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The formation of a connection, especially a physical one between parents and the newborn, is called:

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Describe how the three prenatal periods are different from trimesters.

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According to your text, gene-gene interactions have been documented in all of the following EXCEPT:

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Imagine that you are a nurse practitioner explaining to a patient what a triple screen is for, and her screening was abnormal. Explain to her what the next steps are.

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Which of the following is TRUE regarding genes?

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Pilar is using nonmedical techniques for pain management during labor; she has someone insert fine needles into specific locations of her body. She is most likely using:

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According to a recent study, high levels of depression, anxiety, and stress during pregnancy were linked to children with:

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All of the following are ways to effectively treat postpartum depression EXCEPT:

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Which of the following is a gene-linked abnormality?

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The _____ is a layer of the embryo which will become the circulatory system, bones, muscles, excretory system, and reproductive system.

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Which of the following is NOT a test used by physicians to determine whether a fetus is developing normally?

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A recessive gene exerts its influence only if:

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Naveen is entering the third stage of childbirth, also known as the _____ stage.

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During your physiology course the instructor asks, "Moving from the outer layer of embryonic cells to the inner layer, what are the layers called?" You immediately write down:

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Tristan has a genetic disorder that results from an abnormality in the X chromosome, which becomes constricted and often breaks. His doctor told Tristan's mother that he has:

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