ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 12 : The Term Newborn Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is nurse's most helpful response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Straining in the newborn period is normal due to underdeveloped abdominal musculature and requires no treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A full-term newborn weighs 3600 grams at birth. What would the nurse expect the newborn to weigh in grams 3 days later?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In the first 3 to 4 days of life, a newborn generally loses 5% to 10% of their birth weight, making 3300 grams the expected weight for a 3600-gram newborn.
Question 3 of 5
What does the nurse explain as the cause?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood-tinged mucus discharged from the vagina is caused by hormonal withdrawal from the mother at birth.
Question 4 of 5
What is the most appropriate nursing response to this mother?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse should first clarify what the mother means by 'too much' sleep to provide accurate information and address concerns.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement indicates the parents understand when to contact the pediatrician or nurse practitioner?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased or lack of voiding by the newborn should be reported to prevent dehydration.