ATI RN
Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
The family is the basic unit of society. Which statement correctly illustrates the importance of this concept related to how society functions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The family is the basic unit of society. In order for this to work well, members of the family must work together. Families make a central contribution to enhance the quality of our society.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is educating a client with gestational diabetes about blood sugar monitoring. What statement indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent monitoring of blood sugar is essential for managing gestational diabetes effectively.
Question 3 of 5
A newborn has a respiratory rate of 80 breaths/min, nasal flaring with sternal retractions, a heart rate of 120 beats/min, temperature of 36C and a persisting oxygen saturation of <87%. The nurse interprets these findings as:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: These signs indicate respiratory distress.
Question 4 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 5 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.