ATI RN
ATI NUR 207 Maternal Newborn Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching the patient about breastfeeding. The nurse knows the following: 1. The hormone responsible for the let-down reflex is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oxytocin triggers the let-down reflex by causing milk duct contraction, ejecting milk during breastfeeding.
Question 2 of 5
The hormone responsible for the production of breast milk is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prolactin, produced by the anterior pituitary, stimulates mammary glands for milk production.
Question 3 of 5
The breast milk with more calories released later in the feeding is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hindmilk, released later in feeding, is richer in fat and calories, supporting infant growth.
Question 4 of 5
The RN has received a hand-off report. Which client does the RN need to see first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Postpartum hemorrhage is life-threatening and requires immediate assessment to ensure stability.
Extract:
A client with an IUD inserted a few weeks ago, reporting heavy menstrual flow.
Question 5 of 5
A client calls the clinic to report some concerns. She had an IUD inserted a few weeks ago and her present menstrual flow is heavy. You advise her to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heavy bleeding post-IUD insertion may indicate complications like displacement, requiring urgent evaluation.