FREE PU Maternal Anatomy Questions and Answers

Question 1

Why is the maternal uterus assessed during pregnancy ultrasounds?

Accepted Answer

To monitor fetal development and placental health

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To detect maternal infections

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To evaluate pelvic bone structure

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To measure maternal hormone levels

Question 2

Which layer of the uterus is responsible for its contraction during labor?

Accepted Answer

Myometrium

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Perimetrium

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Endometrium

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Decidua

Question 3

What is the role of the cervix during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

It maintains pregnancy by remaining closed and shortens during labor.

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It nourishes the fetus.

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It supports fetal blood flow.

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It facilitates the production of amniotic fluid.

Question 4

What is typically assessed in the maternal ovaries during an ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

Presence of cysts or other abnormalities

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The number of eggs

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Hormone levels

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Fetal development

Question 5

How is the maternal bladder relevant during an early pregnancy ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

A full bladder helps improve visualization of pelvic structures.

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It stores hormones for the fetus.

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It is used to measure fetal urine output.

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It provides nutrients to the uterus.