ATI RN
Maternal Newborn Proctored ATI Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and requests nonpharmacological pain management. Which of the following nursing actions promotes client comfort?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assisting the client into a squatting position can help relieve pain and discomfort during labor. Squatting can open up the pelvis, allowing the baby to descend and progress through the birth canal more effectively. This position can also help with gravity-assisted delivery, decreasing the pressure on the mother's back and helping to reduce labor pains. Encouraging various positions during labor can provide comfort and promote optimal positioning for delivery.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the electronic medical record of a postpartum client. The nurse should identify that which of the following factors paces the client at risk for infection.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A midline episiotomy increases the risk for infection in postpartum clients due to the incision made in the perineum during childbirth. This incision can serve as a portal of entry for microorganisms, leading to an increased risk of infection. Meconium-stained amniotic fluid (choice A) can increase the risk of respiratory distress in the newborn but is not directly related to infection in the postpartum client. Placenta previa (choice B) is a condition during pregnancy where the placenta partially or completely covers the cervix, which poses risks related to bleeding rather than infection postpartum. Gestational hypertension (choice D) is a risk factor for developing preeclampsia or eclampsia during pregnancy but does not directly increase the risk of infection in the postpartum period.
Question 3 of 5
A community health nurse is providing education on gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) to a group of clients who are pregnant when discussing risk factors, which of the following ethnicities should the nurse identify as having the lowest incidence of GDM?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Non-Hispanic White Americans have been reported to have the lowest incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) compared to other ethnicities. Studies have shown that Asian, Hispanic, and African American populations have higher rates of developing GDM during pregnancy. This may be due to genetic predispositions, lifestyle factors, and varying degrees of insulin resistance among different ethnic groups. Therefore, when discussing risk factors for GDM, the community health nurse should identify Non-Hispanic White Americans as having the lowest incidence of GDM.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on a postpartum unit is receiving change-of-shift report for four clients. Which of the following.....
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client who gave birth 3 days ago and reports breath fullness is showing signs of potential postpartum complications, such as a pulmonary embolism. Pulmonary embolism is a serious condition that can occur postpartum due to blood clot formation. Symptoms like breath fullness, chest pain, and shortness of breath should never be ignored in postpartum clients. This client requires immediate assessment and intervention to prevent further complications. The other options are concerning but do not indicate as urgent of a situation as breath fullness, which could be a life-threatening issue.
Question 5 of 5
Which health concern is most likely to be an issue for the older mother?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: As women age, their nutritional needs may change, and they may require more specific nutrients to support their health. Older mothers may be more susceptible to health concerns related to inadequate nutrition and diet planning, such as osteoporosis or heart disease. Proper nutrition is essential for both the mother's well-being and the health of her child. Therefore, nutrition and diet planning are more likely to be an issue for an older mother compared to exercise, rest, or contraceptive methods, especially during pregnancy and postpartum periods.