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PN ATI Capstone Maternal Newborn Questions

Question 1 of 5

A laboring client received meperidine IV one hour prior to delivery. Which of the following medications should the nurse have available to counteract the effects of this medication on the newborn?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Meperidine is an opioid analgesic that can cross the placenta and cause respiratory depression in the newborn. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that is administered to reverse the effects of opioids. It is critical to have Naloxone available when opioids are administered during labor, especially close to delivery.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 10 hr old. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Nasal flaring can indicate respiratory distress and should be reported immediately for further evaluation.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client in active labor. The nurse notes variable decelerations in the fetal heart rate. Which of the following is the priority nursing action?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Variable decelerations are often caused by umbilical cord compression. Repositioning the client can help alleviate pressure on the cord and improve fetal oxygenation.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is assessing a pregnant client at 32 weeks gestation and notes that the client has gained 5 pounds in one week. Which of the following conditions should the nurse suspect?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Rapid weight gain, especially in the third trimester, can be a sign of preeclampsia, a condition characterized by hypertension, edema, and proteinuria. This requires immediate medical attention.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing preterm labor and has a new prescription for terbutaline. Which of the following findings is a contraindication for administration of this medication?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Terbutaline is contraindicated in clients with heart disease due to the risk of tachycardia and other cardiac complications associated with beta-agonists.

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