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Maternal Newborn Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing Leopold's maneuvers on a client in labor. What is the primary purpose of this assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leopold's maneuvers help identify fetal position, presentation, and engagement for labor management.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in active labor with late decelerations on the monitor. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repositioning improves blood flow and oxygen delivery to the fetus during late decelerations.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is describing different types of abruptio placenta to a group of students explaining that the incomplete abruptio placenta is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In incomplete abruptio placenta, the separation begins at the periphery of the placenta. This results in partial detachment of the placenta from the uterine wall, rather than almost total separation as seen in complete abruptio placenta. This type of abruptio placenta may present with vaginal bleeding depending on the extent of separation and may lead to various degrees of maternal and fetal compromise.
Question 4 of 5
After her baby's birth a patient wishes to begin breastfeeding. The nurse assists the client by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Positioning the infant to grasp the nipple to express milk is an essential step in helping the patient begin breastfeeding successfully. As a nurse, it is crucial to ensure that the infant is properly latched onto the breast to facilitate effective feeding and milk transfer. This involves positioning the infant in a way that allows them to effectively grasp the nipple, promoting proper suckling and milk production. By assisting the patient in positioning the infant correctly, the nurse is supporting the establishment of successful breastfeeding and ensuring optimal nutrition for the baby.
Question 5 of 5
Teratogens are substances or agents that can cause congenital abnormalities or birth defects in a developing embryo or fetus during pregnancy. What is a true statement about teratogens?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: