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Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a new parent about car seat safety. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct statement indicating an understanding of car seat safety is "I should place the car seat rear facing until my baby is 12 months old." This statement reflects the current recommendation by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), which suggests that infants should ride in a rear-facing car seat until they are at least 2 years old or until they reach the maximum height or weight limit allowed by the car seat manufacturer. This position provides the best protection for the baby's head, neck, and spine in the event of a crash. The other statements are incorrect:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse's initial action when caring for an infant with a slightly decreased temperature is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Kangaroo care and covering the head help conserve heat.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn following a forceps assisted birth. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse identify as a complication of the birth method?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Facial Palsy is a complication that may occur following a forceps-assisted birth. Forceps delivery carries the risk of exerting pressure on the infant's facial nerves, leading to temporary facial weakness or paralysis. This condition is known as facial palsy. It typically resolves on its own without long-term consequences, but careful monitoring and follow-up are necessary.
Question 4 of 5
To meet the goal of promoting infant feeding in a breastfed baby, the nurse should teach the mother to do which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: On-demand feeding and maternal self-care promote successful breastfeeding.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a prenatal class about signs of labor. Which statement indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lightening, or baby dropping, occurs weeks before labor and is not a sign of true labor.