ATI RN
PN Maternal Newborn Online Practice 2023 A Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with placenta previa. Which findings should the nurse expect to note?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placenta previa presents as painless bright red bleeding and a soft, non-tender uterus.
Question 2 of 5
What method of heat loss may occur if a newborn is placed on a cold scale or touch with cold hands:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conduction is the transfer of heat between objects that are in direct contact with each other. In the scenario where a newborn is placed on a cold scale or touched with cold hands, heat loss occurs through conduction. The cold temperature of the scale or hands will draw heat away from the infant's body, leading to a drop in body temperature. It is essential to ensure that newborns are not exposed to cold surfaces or objects for prolonged periods to prevent heat loss through conduction and maintain their body temperature within a safe range.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a postpartum client who is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maternal hyperglycemia 1 day post-cesarean birth can indicate infection. Hyperglycemia can impair immune function and make the body more susceptible to infections.
Question 4 of 5
What history would lead you to suspect an ectopic pregnancy in a client at 8 weeks' gestation presenting with abdominal pain and bleeding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A history of previous pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) treatment would lead to suspicion of an ectopic pregnancy in a client presenting with abdominal pain and bleeding at 8 weeks' gestation. PID can cause scarring and damage to the fallopian tubes, increasing the risk of an ectopic pregnancy where the fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus, usually in the fallopian tubes. Symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy can include abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, and signs of shock, making it important to consider this possibility in a client with a history of PID.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about postpartum depression. What statement indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feeling disconnected from the baby is a common symptom of postpartum depression and should prompt seeking help.