ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
During the assessment of a newborn, it is most important for the nurse to report a:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sternal retractions indicate respiratory difficulty.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a pregnant client about prenatal care. What is the recommended weight gain for a client with a normal BMI?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For clients with a normal BMI, the recommended weight gain during pregnancy is 25–35 pounds.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
On which days of her cycle should a woman using the calendar method abstain from intercourse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The fertile window typically occurs around days 9 to 25 of a menstrual cycle.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should anticipate the labor pattern for a fetal occiput posterior position to be
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse should anticipate the labor pattern for a fetal occiput posterior position to be prolonged and more painful. This is because in occiput posterior position, the baby's head is facing the mother's abdomen instead of her back, which can lead to slower descent and dilation of the cervix. The baby's head may have difficulty rotating to the optimal position for birth, causing longer labor and increased back pain for the mother. Nurses should be prepared to provide additional support and pain management strategies for women experiencing labor with a fetal occiput posterior position.