ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a prenatal class about breastfeeding. What is a key benefit of colostrum?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A patient would like to use the calendar method for contraception. She has charted her menstrual cycles for several months. Her longest menstrual cycle was 39 days long, and her shortest period was 29 days long. The nurse educates the patient to avoid condomless intercourse during what range of days of the cycle?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
What is the LNG-IUC mechanism of action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The LNG-IUC, or levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system, works primarily by thickening the cervical mucus, which inhibits the passage of sperm through the cervix. This mechanism reduces the likelihood of fertilization occurring. Additionally, LNG-IUC also causes atrophic changes in the endometrium, which makes it less conducive for implantation of a fertilized egg, further decreasing the chance of pregnancy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is at 27 weeks of gestation and has preeclampsia. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A platelet count of 60,000/mm3 is significantly low and can be indicative of thrombocytopenia, a potential complication of preeclampsia known as HELLP syndrome (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, and Low Platelet count). Thrombocytopenia increases the risk of bleeding complications during pregnancy and delivery, requiring prompt evaluation and management by the healthcare provider. The nurse should report this finding immediately to prevent any adverse outcomes for the client and baby.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following an amniocentesis. The nurse should observe the client for which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Following an amniocentesis, the nurse should observe the client for the potential complication of hemorrhage. Amniocentesis is a procedure where a small amount of amniotic fluid is extracted from the amniotic sac surrounding the fetus for various diagnostic purposes. The risk of hemorrhage is associated with this invasive procedure due to the possibility of damaging blood vessels within the uterus during the insertion of the needle. It is important for the nurse to closely monitor the client for any signs of bleeding, such as vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, or signs of shock, and report any concerns promptly to the healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.