ATI RN
ATI Maternity Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A client who is 2 hours postpartum.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about newborn care with a client who is 2 hours postpartum. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rectal temperature checks are not recommended for newborns due to the risk of rectal perforation. Axillary methods are safer and preferred.
Extract:
A client who might have a hydatidiform mole.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who might have a hydatidiform mole. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Excessive uterine enlargement is a hallmark of hydatidiform mole due to abnormal trophoblastic growth, distinguishing it from other conditions.
Extract:
A client with hypothyroidism during pregnancy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching of a newly licensed nurse about hypothyroidism during pregnancy. Which of the following statements should the nurse reinforce in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypothyroidism increases the risk of lipid and glucose metabolism disorders, impacting maternal and fetal health.
Extract:
A 1-day-old newborn.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a 1-day-old newborn. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as requiring follow-up?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A large, deep sacral dimple may indicate spinal abnormalities like spina bifida, requiring further evaluation.
Extract:
A client who is at 39 weeks of gestation and has heavy vaginal bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who is at 39 weeks of gestation and has heavy vaginal bleeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heavy vaginal bleeding at 39 weeks suggests placenta previa or abruption, often requiring cesarean delivery to prevent complications.