ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 11 Questions
Question 1 of 5
At her 6-week postpartum checkup, a woman states, 'I am wondering about birth control. I used oral contraceptives before, and I'm breastfeeding now. Can I use the pill again?' What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oral contraceptives decrease breast milk production and are contraindicated until lactation is well established. Women who breastfeed their infants usually will not ovulate for 10 weeks and do not need contraception until that time.
Question 2 of 5
On day 13 of a 28-day cycle, a woman's basal body temperature is 36.5?°C (97.7?°F). What will her temperature measurement most likely be if ovulation takes place on day 14?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: At the time of ovulation, body temperature will increase slightly, about 0.2?°C (0.4?°F).
Question 3 of 5
The nurse tells a woman who is trying to conceive to check her cervical mucus for changes. What will she expect the characteristic of cervical mucus to be a few days before ovulation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Within a few days of ovulation, cervical mucus will become clear and slippery to aid the passage of sperm into the cervix.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is educating a woman diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). What is the best type of diet for the nurse to recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Treatment of PMDD includes a diet rich in complex carbohydrates and fiber (to lengthen effects of the carbohydrate meal).
Question 5 of 5
Which statement made by the nurse would teach an adolescent using tampons how to prevent toxic shock syndrome (TSS)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tampons should be changed every 4 hours, because a blood-soaked tampon is an excellent environment for bacteria.