ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a client with severe preeclampsia. What assessment finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oliguria (urine output <30 mL/hr) may indicate worsening renal function or severe complications in preeclampsia.
Question 2 of 5
What contraceptive method is best suited for a single, perimenopausal woman with four sex partners who smokes 1 pack of cigarettes per day?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Male condoms provide dual protection against pregnancy and STIs.
Question 3 of 5
A client at 34 weeks' gestation is diagnosed with polyhydramnios. What complication should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Polyhydramnios increases the risk of preterm labor due to uterine overdistension.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the prenatal laboratory results. to feed.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Platelets are essential for blood clotting and preventing excessive bleeding. A platelet count of 300,000 per μL of blood is within the normal range for adults, indicating that the nurse can proceed with breastfeeding without concerns related to the platelet count. High platelet levels can be associated with conditions like thrombocytosis, which may increase the risk of blood clotting, but in this case, the platelet count is within the normal range. Therefore, the nurse can focus on other factors when determining the readiness for breastfeeding, such as the baby's ability to latch effectively and the mother's comfort and milk supply.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a pregnant client about prenatal care. What is the recommended weight gain for a client with a normal BMI?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For clients with a normal BMI, the recommended weight gain during pregnancy is 25–35 pounds.