ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 10 : Nursing Care of Women with Complications After Birth Questions
Question 1 of 5
What action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A white blood cell count of 20,000 to 30,000 cells/dL is normal in the early postpartum period, so the patient should be assessed further for other signs of infection.
Question 2 of 5
What is the most likely cause?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Anaphylactic shock is caused by allergic responses to drugs administered.
Question 3 of 5
What will the nurse instruct this woman is the antidote for warfarin overdose?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The antidote for warfarin overdose is vitamin K.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing risk factors for postpartum shock with a childbirth preparation class. What will the nurse include in this education session?
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Blood clotting disorders, anemia, infection, and postpartum hemorrhage can cause postpartum shock, while hypertension is not a cause.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assesses the perineal pad placed on a 3-hour postdelivery patient and finds that there is no lochia on it.What would the nurse expect to find on further assessment?
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Large clots that form in a flaccid uterus can obstruct the flow of lochia. A full bladder is a major cause of a uterus that is boggy.