ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
In teaching parents to use a bulb syringe to suction an infant, the nurse should teach them to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suctioning the nose first prevents pushing secretions further down the throat.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement best describes the problem of regulation of body temperature in a 3-lb. (1361g) premature infant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lack of subcutaneous fat contributes to poor thermoregulation.
Question 3 of 5
What physical findings would the nurse expect in a bulimic client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Repeated vomiting damages the esophagus.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a client in labor. The nurse suspects umbilical cord compression if which is noted on the external monitor tracing during a contraction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Variable decelerations are a hallmark sign of umbilical cord compression, requiring immediate monitoring and intervention.
Question 5 of 5
What is the nurse's role in supporting breastfeeding for a first-time mother?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Proper latching techniques help establish successful breastfeeding and prevent complications.