ATI RN
Complication Postpartum Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is aware of concern about the increasing numbers of severe maternal morbidity (SMM). It is believed to be related to changes in the overall health of the population of women giving birth. Which reasons does the nurse identify as causes of SMM? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Documented increases in maternal age is a likely cause for SMM; older women have increased risk. Obesity is a general health risk in the United States; prepregnancy obesity causes increased incidences of SMM. Cesarean deliveries are increasing, and surgical procedures always carry a risk for complications. Preexisting chronic medical conditions are a contributor to the increasing rates of SMM.
Question 2 of 5
The labor and delivery unit nurses are adopting methods to reduce the number of women who develop postpartum depression. Research from Dennis and Dowswell (2013) provides evidence-based suggestions regarding beneficial interventions. Which suggestions do the nurses consider? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Research from Dennis and Dowswell (2013) reveals that psychosocial and psychological interventions significantly reduce the number of women who develop postpartum depression. Beneficial interventions include telephone-based peer support, interpersonal psychotherapy, and professionally based postpartum home visits.
Question 3 of 5
What postpartum infection is caused by STIs and chorioamnionitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
What assessment finding suggests a possible infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
What nursing intervention does the nurse include in the plan of care for a person with mastitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.