ATI RN
Maternal Fetal Monitoring Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with a vaginal birth. What is the most appropriate nursing action when the head crowns during delivery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: apply gentle pressure to the fetal head. This action helps prevent rapid delivery, reducing the risk of perineal tearing and promoting controlled delivery of the baby. Applying pressure also helps prevent the baby from being born too quickly, reducing the risk of umbilical cord compression and potential birth injuries. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because at the moment the head crowns, the priority is to assist with the controlled delivery of the baby's head. Delivering the placenta (B) and assisting with shoulder delivery (C) are steps that come after the baby's head is delivered. Applying pressure to the perineum (D) is not recommended as it may increase the risk of perineal tearing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a postpartum person who is experiencing excessive bleeding. What should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: perform uterine massage. This is the priority because uterine massage helps to stimulate uterine contractions, which can help control bleeding in postpartum individuals. It is crucial to address the source of bleeding first. Performing a vaginal examination (choice B) may exacerbate bleeding. Evaluating blood loss (choice C) is important but not the initial step. Performing a uterine check (choice D) is vague and not as specific as uterine massage in addressing postpartum bleeding.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a laboring person who has been pushing for several hours without progress. What is the most appropriate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: assist with vacuum extraction. This intervention is appropriate when prolonged pushing has not resulted in progress during labor. Vacuum extraction helps facilitate the delivery of the baby by applying suction to the baby's head to assist with pulling them out. It is less invasive than a cesarean section and forceps delivery, making it a safer option in this scenario. Performing a cesarean section (choices A and C) would be considered if vacuum extraction is unsuccessful or contraindicated due to specific factors. Forceps delivery (choice D) is another option but is generally considered more invasive and carries higher risks compared to vacuum extraction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing a postpartum person for discharge after a vaginal birth. What is the most important aspect of discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: offer emotional support. This is crucial as postpartum can be a challenging time emotionally. Providing emotional support helps the person cope with any feelings of anxiety, sadness, or overwhelm. Breastfeeding (B) and positioning assistance (C) are important but not the most critical aspect of discharge teaching. Non-pharmacological pain relief (D) is important but not as crucial as emotional support for overall well-being.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a laboring person who is experiencing strong contractions. What is the most important intervention to support the laboring person during this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: provide comfort measures. Comfort measures such as massage, positioning, and relaxation techniques help the laboring person cope with the pain and intensity of contractions. By providing comfort, the nurse can help reduce stress and anxiety, promoting a more positive labor experience. Choice B (assist with breathing exercises) can be helpful, but comfort measures are more essential for overall well-being during labor. Choice C (provide reassurance and comfort) is similar to the correct answer but lacks the specific action of providing comfort measures. Choice D (administer antibiotics) is irrelevant to the management of strong contractions and is not indicated unless there is a specific medical reason for antibiotics.