ATI RN
Nursing Care of the Newborn Questions
Question 1 of 5
What are the characteristics of a 40-week preterm newborn male's genitalia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because at 40 weeks, the testes should be descended into the scrotum. This is a normal developmental milestone for male newborns. Additionally, the presence of appropriate rugae on the scrotum indicates maturity. Choice A is incorrect as the scrotum should not be empty at this stage. Choice B is incorrect as the testes should be in the scrotum, not in the upper canal. Choice D is incorrect as pendulous testes and deep rugae are not typical characteristics of a 40-week preterm male newborn's genitalia.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse knows that during the organizational process, the newborn won't be rated as exceptionally good if they do what?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because a newborn being highly irritable and demonstrating mood swings is indicative of poor adaptability and self-regulation skills, which are factors considered in rating newborns. Being irritable and having mood swings can be signs of difficulty in self-soothing and adjusting to the environment, hence not meeting the criteria for being rated exceptionally good. A: Remaining alert is generally a positive sign of responsiveness, so it wouldn't hinder the newborn from being rated as exceptionally good. C: Demonstrating self-soothing and quieting techniques is a positive behavior that can contribute to a newborn being rated as exceptionally good. D: Shutting down body responses to stimuli when drowsy is a normal physiological response and does not necessarily impact the newborn's rating as exceptionally good.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse provides discharge instructions to a parent about umbilical cord care. What statement by the parent indicates effective health teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Step 1: Using water and soap if the stump is dirty is the correct method for umbilical cord care as per current guidelines. Step 2: Soap and water help prevent infection without disrupting the natural healing process. Step 3: Daily tub baths or using antiseptics or antibiotic ointments can be harmful by interfering with healing. Step 4: Therefore, choice C is the most appropriate and effective method for umbilical cord care.
Question 4 of 5
A mother expresses fear about changing her infant’s diaper after he is circumcised. What does the mother need to be taught to take care of the infant when she gets home.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
What would be a warning sign of ineffective adaptation to extrauterine life if noted when assessing a 24-hour-old breastfed newborn before discharge?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.