NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is positioning a laboring woman who has not reached the transition phase. The nurse should avoid placing her in the supine position because the supine position has which effect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The supine position compresses the vena cava, reducing placental perfusion and fetal oxygenation.
Question 2 of 5
During an emergency home delivery, the head is beginning to crown. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gentle perineal pressure prevents rapid expulsion, reducing the risk of perineal tears and fetal trauma.
Question 3 of 5
A 5-year-old child has cystic fibrosis. What is best to offer the child on a hot summer day?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Broth provides hydration and electrolytes, critical for a child with cystic fibrosis who loses salt through sweat.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching the parents of a child who has celiac disease about the dietary modifications that need to be made. Which foods, if selected by the parents, indicate an understanding of the child's dietary needs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rice cake, milk, and banana are gluten-free, appropriate for celiac disease, unlike wheat-based toast, crackers, or buns.
Question 5 of 5
A young woman tells the nurse that her boyfriend used a 'rubber' once. What is the most important information about condoms for the nurse to provide the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Condoms must be applied before any penile-vaginal contact to prevent pregnancy and STD transmission.