ATI RN
Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
Parents who recently experienced the death of their unborn child ask the nurse, 'What is a fetal death?' What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fetal death refers to the spontaneous intrauterine death of a fetus at any time during pregnancy. Fetal deaths later in pregnancy (after 20 weeks of gestation) are referred to as stillbirths, and deaths earlier than 20 weeks are referred to as a miscarriage.
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
What is the nurse's role when preparing a mother for epidural anesthesia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ensuring the bladder is empty helps prevent complications during epidural anesthesia.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement made by a nursing student would best indicate that her education on family-centered care was fully understood?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Childbirth affects the entire family, and relationships will change. Childbirth is viewed as a normal life event, not a medical procedure. Families are very capable of making health care decisions about their own care with proper information and support.
Question 5 of 5
A primigravida is dilated 5cm just received epidural for pain. She complains of feeling lightheaded within 10 minutes after the
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The incomplete statement suggests a potential medical emergency where the patient's blood pressure may have dropped significantly after the epidural procedure. The drop in blood pressure could be causing the patient to feel lightheaded. In this scenario, the most appropriate course of action would be to promptly address the drop in blood pressure to prevent any potential complications.