ATI RN
Postpartum Body Changes Questions
Question 1 of 5
The postpartum nurse is reviewing dietary practices for an Asian patient. Which of the following should the nurse expect to observe as a dietary practice for this culture?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Special foods brought from home. Asian cultures often have specific dietary practices and beliefs related to postpartum care. Bringing special foods from home is a common practice to support recovery and promote health. This may include traditional dishes thought to have healing properties. B: Preference for fresh fruits is not specific to Asian cultures and may not necessarily be a common dietary practice postpartum. C: Preference for “cold” foods is not a general characteristic of Asian dietary practices and may not be specifically related to postpartum care. D: Request for ice water instead of hot water is not a general dietary practice in Asian cultures and is not directly related to postpartum care.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is developing a plan of care for the patient’s fourth stage of labor. One nursing intervention is to promote bonding. Specifically, which nursing action will facilitate the bonding process?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: Choice C is correct because immediate skin-to-skin contact promotes bonding by facilitating the release of oxytocin, the bonding hormone. This close physical contact also helps regulate the baby's temperature and promotes breastfeeding initiation. Choices A, B, and D do not directly facilitate bonding as effectively as immediate skin-to-skin contact. Encouraging the baby's name or assessing for familial characteristics may be important but do not have the same immediate bonding impact as skin-to-skin contact. Placing the patient's finger in the infant's palm may stimulate reflexes but does not directly promote bonding as effectively as skin-to-skin contact.
Question 3 of 5
Which vaccinations are indicated for the postpartum patient if she does not have immunity? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rationale: 1. Pertussis vaccine is recommended in the postpartum period to protect the newborn from whooping cough. 2. Rubella vaccine is usually given preconception or postpartum if the mother is not immune. 3. Tdap vaccine (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis) is recommended during pregnancy, not specifically postpartum. 4. RhoGAM is given to Rh-negative mothers to prevent hemolytic disease in the newborn, not for general immunity.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a non–breastfeeding patient measure to suppress lactation. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Avoid massaging the breasts. Massaging the breasts can stimulate milk production and worsen engorgement. Therefore, it is essential to avoid any stimulation to prevent further lactation. Summary: - Choice B: Allowing warm shower water to run over the breasts can stimulate milk production, so it should be avoided. - Choice C: Pumping can also stimulate milk production and should be avoided unless instructed by a healthcare provider. - Choice D: Ice packs or cabbage leaves can provide relief from discomfort but do not suppress lactation.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following are nursing measures that can promote parent-infant bonding and attachment? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rationale: A: Providing comfort and ample time for rest helps parents feel less stressed, promoting bonding. B: Keeping the baby wrapped is important for warmth but does not directly impact bonding. C: Positioning face to face can enhance bonding, but it is not a nursing measure. D: Pointing out characteristics positively can boost parent's confidence but does not directly promote bonding.