ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is performing Leopold's maneuvers. What is the primary goal?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leopold's maneuvers are used to assess fetal position, presentation, and engagement.
Question 3 of 5
What response should the nurse make first to a young woman who showered after a sexual assault?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Preserving evidence is critical for legal proceedings.
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 reviewing a copy of the U.S. Surgeon General's Report, Healthy People 2020. Which nursing action best reflects the nurse fostering this health care agenda?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Healthy People 2020 is a comprehensive health promotion and disease prevention agenda that is working toward improving the quantity and quality of life for all Americans.