ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Proctored Exam 2023 Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is describing different types of abruptio placenta to a group of students explaining that the incomplete abruptio placenta is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In incomplete abruptio placenta, the separation begins at the periphery of the placenta. This results in partial detachment of the placenta from the uterine wall, rather than almost total separation as seen in complete abruptio placenta. This type of abruptio placenta may present with vaginal bleeding depending on the extent of separation and may lead to various degrees of maternal and fetal compromise.
Question 2 of 5
Which finding during a prenatal visit is most concerning in a client at 32 weeks gestation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Proteinuria is a potential sign of preeclampsia, requiring evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
What is the recommended position for a laboring mother with variable decelerations?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Side-lying reduces pressure on the umbilical cord, improving fetal oxygenation.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with severe preeclampsia. What finding would indicate magnesium sulfate toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Respiratory depression is a key sign of magnesium sulfate toxicity, requiring immediate action.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is educating a client about signs of labor. Which symptom indicates true labor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: True labor is characterized by contractions that progressively increase in intensity and result in cervical dilation and effacement.