ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is prescribed birth control pills. What should the nurse include in the patient education regarding missed doses?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as remembered and the next dose taken at the usual time. Choice A is incorrect because taking two doses at once may cause side effects. Choice C is incorrect because missing a dose does not require skipping the next dose. Choice D is incorrect because missing a dose does not typically require stopping the pills, but rather following instructions to compensate for the missed dose.
Question 2 of 5
What physical findings would the nurse expect in a bulimic client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Repeated vomiting damages the esophagus.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a postpartum client who is breastfeeding. What finding requires further evaluation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cracked and bleeding nipples may indicate poor latch or incorrect breastfeeding technique, requiring intervention.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with hyperemesis gravidarum. What finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dehydration, indicated by dry mucous membranes and poor skin turgor, requires immediate intervention in hyperemesis gravidarum.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following an amniocentesis. The nurse should observe the client for which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Following an amniocentesis, the nurse should observe the client for the potential complication of hemorrhage. Amniocentesis is a procedure where a small amount of amniotic fluid is extracted from the amniotic sac surrounding the fetus for various diagnostic purposes. The risk of hemorrhage is associated with this invasive procedure due to the possibility of damaging blood vessels within the uterus during the insertion of the needle. It is important for the nurse to closely monitor the client for any signs of bleeding, such as vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, or signs of shock, and report any concerns promptly to the healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.