ATI LPN
ATI LPN OB Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride 30 mEq PO daily. The amount available is potassium chloride 20 mEq/15mL.
Question 1 of 5
How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 22.5
Rationale: (30 mEq/ 20 mEq) x 15 mL = 22.5 mL. The nurse should administer 22.5 mL of potassium chloride.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postpartum following a cesarean birth.
Question 2 of 5
To prevent thrombophlebitis, the nurse should contribute which of the following interventions to the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ambulation is crucial in preventing thrombophlebitis as it promotes blood circulation and prevents blood stasis, which can lead to clot formation.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
In your patients who have sustained an episiotomy or a laceration, your nursing care would include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale:
Topical creams, sitz baths, and ice packs help soothe, promote healing, and reduce swelling.
Tocolytics are not indicated for episiotomy or laceration care.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions for a client. At 4 weeks postpartum, the client should contact the provider for which of the following client findings?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sore nipples with cracks and fissures can indicate an infection or improper breastfeeding technique, requiring medical attention.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a postpartum client who saturates a perineal pad in 10 minutes.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Massaging the fundus helps the uterus contract and can reduce bleeding, which is crucial in managing postpartum hemorrhage.