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RN Maternal Newborn Online Practice 2019 A Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has a diagnosis of preterm labor. The nurse anticipates a prescription by the provider for which of the following medications? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Prostaglandin E2: Prostaglandin E2 is used to manage preterm labor by helping to ripen the cervix and promote contractions.
Question 2 of 5
A client in the third trimester reports severe itching without rash. What condition should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe itching in pregnancy without a rash is commonly associated with cholestasis of pregnancy.
Question 3 of 5
A client at 36 weeks' gestation reports decreased fetal movement. What is the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A nonstress test evaluates fetal well-being and is the first step in assessing decreased fetal movement.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on the postpartum unit is caring for four clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse notify the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse should notify the provider for the client who is receiving magnesium sulfate and has absent deep tendon reflexes. Absent deep tendon reflexes are a sign of magnesium toxicity, which can lead to serious complications such as respiratory depression, cardiac arrest, and death. Prompt intervention by the provider is necessary to adjust the magnesium sulfate dosage and prevent further harm to the client.
Question 5 of 5
What is the purpose of a Pap smear during preconception screening?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: