ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 13 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a preterm infant. To what does the infant's level of maturation refer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Level of maturation refers to how well developed the infant is at birth and the ability of the organs to function outside of the uterus.
Question 2 of 5
A preterm infant has a yellow skin color and a rising bilirubin level. The nurse knows that this infant is at risk for what?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The higher the bilirubin level and the deeper the jaundice, the greater is the risk for neurological damage.
Question 3 of 5
Why does a 4-day-old infant born at 33 weeks of gestation possibly need to be fed by gavage during the first few days of life?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When the preterm infant's sucking and swallowing reflexes are immature, gavage feedings can be used to promote nutrition.
Question 4 of 5
What deficiency causes a preterm infant respiratory distress syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The production of surfactant, necessary for the absorption of oxygen by the lungs, is deficient in the preterm infant.
Question 5 of 5
How will the nurse safely ensure tube placement when preparing to initiate a gavage feeding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When the preterm infant is gavage fed, the contents of the stomach should be aspirated before the feeding is started. Aspiration of the stomach contents ensures tube placement and also allows the nurse to assess the amount of feeding in the stomach.