ATI RN
Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
How does estrogen work in COC pills?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Estrogen in combined oral contraceptive (COC) pills works primarily by inhibiting ovulation through the suppression of the luteinizing hormone (LH) surge. By maintaining consistent levels of estrogen in the body, COC pills prevent the release of eggs from the ovary. This prevents fertilization from occurring, which is one of the main mechanisms of action of COC pills to provide contraception. While estrogen also has other effects such as stabilizing the endometrium to reduce unscheduled bleeding, its main role in COC pills is to inhibit ovulation and prevent pregnancy through hormonal regulation.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client following an amniocentesis. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as complications? (Select all that apply).
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on the labor and delivery unit is assessing four clients. Which of the following clients is a candidate for an induction of labor with misoprostol?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Misoprostol is a prostaglandin E1 analog that is commonly used for labor induction. It is particularly useful in clients with a previous uterine incision, such as a cesarean section scar, because it helps soften the cervix and promote uterine contractions, which can lead to successful vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). Misoprostol can be an effective method for inducing labor in these clients while minimizing the risk of uterine rupture. However, it is important to closely monitor clients for signs of uterine hyperstimulation when using misoprostol for labor induction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is at 31 weeks of gestation. Which of the following findings show potential prenatal complication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blurred vision is a potential prenatal complication during the third trimester of pregnancy and can be a sign of conditions such as preeclampsia or gestational diabetes. It is important for the nurse to further assess this finding and consult with the healthcare provider to ensure appropriate management and monitoring of the client's condition. Periodic tingling of fingers, absence of clonus, and leg cramps are common discomforts during pregnancy and do not typically indicate a prenatal complication.