ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
Before discharge, what health teaching should the nurse provide to a woman diagnosed with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PID is often caused by untreated STIs, so education about STIs is crucial.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse teaches a new mother that neonatal weight loss in the first 3 days of life is most often the result of:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluid loss is the primary cause of early weight loss.
Question 3 of 5
To prevent breast engorgement a new breastfeeding mother should be instructed to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent breastfeeding helps prevent engorgement.
Question 4 of 5
What should be included in teaching a young woman how to use the female condom?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Twisting the outer ring prevents spillage of semen.
Question 5 of 5
When integrating the principles of family-centered care into the birthing process, the nurse would base care upon which belief?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Family-centered care is based on the following principles: Birth affects the entire family, and relationships will change; birth is viewed as a normal, healthy event in the life of the family; and families are capable of making decisions about their own care if given adequate information and professional support.