NCLEX-PN
Maternity NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
At this point in the client's pregnancy, which test is typically used to detect genetic disorders?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chorionic villi sampling is performed at 10-13 weeks to detect genetic disorders, suitable for a 10-week pregnancy.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse recommends which supplement for a vegetarian pregnant client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin B12 supplementation is crucial for vegetarian pregnant clients, as it is primarily found in animal products and supports fetal neurological development.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse correctly explains that fertilization usually takes place in which structure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fertilization typically occurs in the fallopian tube, where the sperm meets the ovum after ovulation.
Question 4 of 5
Which position should the nurse recommend for early labor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Walking or standing in early labor promotes progress and comfort, unlike lying flat, which may slow labor.
Question 5 of 5
The postpartum client delivered a healthy newborn 36 hours previously. The nurse finds the client crying and asks what is wrong. The client replies, “Nothing, really. I’m not in pain or anything, but I just seem to cry a lot for no reason.” What should be the nurse’s first intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client’s support person should be given information about postpartum blues before the client is discharged from the hospital. However, contacting that individual should not be the first intervention. Reminding the client that she has a healthy baby is a nontherapeutic communication technique that implies disapproval of the client’s actions. There is no need to notify the HCP, as postpartum blues is a common self-limiting postpartum occurrence. A key feature of postpartum blues is episodic tearfulness without an identifiable reason. Interventions for postpartum blues include allowing the client to relive her birth experience.