NCLEX-PN
Maternal NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
On the basis of the health history data, how should the nurse record the client's pregnancy status on the prenatal records?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A primigravida is a woman pregnant for the first time, which matches the client's status of being possibly 2 months pregnant with no prior pregnancies.
Question 2 of 5
Which assessment finding best represents a positive sign of pregnancy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A fetal heartbeat, detected by Doppler or ultrasound, is a positive sign of pregnancy, as it directly confirms the presence of a living fetus.
Question 3 of 5
Before the pelvic examination, which intervention by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Instructing the client to urinate ensures a comfortable examination by emptying the bladder, which can interfere with pelvic assessment.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse responds that, for clients with uncomplicated pregnancies, it is usually best to plan monthly visits for the first 28 weeks and then more frequent visits following which schedule?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Standard prenatal care involves monthly visits until 28 weeks, biweekly until 36 weeks, and weekly thereafter for uncomplicated pregnancies.
Question 5 of 5
Before teaching the client about the nutritional needs during pregnancy, which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the client's eating patterns and preferences provides a baseline for tailored nutritional education.