ATI RN
Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a prenatal class about signs of labor. Which statement indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lightening, or baby dropping, occurs weeks before labor and is not a sign of true labor.
Question 2 of 5
Before giving a client oral combination contraceptives, which side effects should the nurse tell the patient to be aware of? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Common side effects of oral combination contraceptives include irregular bleeding, nausea, and breast tenderness. Choice B, thick vaginal discharge, is not typically associated with oral contraceptives.
Question 3 of 5
Which interpretation of the data from Table 3-1 is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: According to the table, the largest percentage of vaccinated students learned about the vaccine from UHS providers.
Question 4 of 5
Most newborns receive a prophylactic injection of vitamin K soon after birth. Which site is appropriate for the newborn?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vastus lateralis muscle is the recommended site due to its size and safety.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse on a labor unit is admitting a client who reports painful contractions. The nurse determines that the contractions have a duration of 1 min and a frequency of 3 min. The nurse obtains the following vital signs: fetal heart rate 130/min, maternal heart rate 128/min and maternal blood pressure 92/54 mm Hg. Which of the following is the priority action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The priority action for the nurse in this situation is to notify the provider of the vital signs and the client's condition. The maternal blood pressure of 92/54 mm Hg is low, which can indicate hypotension. Hypotension during labor can lead to decreased perfusion to both the mother and baby, potentially causing harm. Therefore, the provider needs to be notified promptly so that appropriate interventions can be initiated to address the maternal hypotension and ensure the well-being of both the mother and the baby. Positioning the client with one hip elevated, asking about pain medication, and having the client void can be important interventions, but they are not the priority in this situation where maternal hypotension is a concern.