ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 9
When teaching a parenting class on childhood discipline, the nurse is asked by a parent, 'How long do I place my child in time-out?' How should the nurse best respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: When using time-out, use 1 minute per year of the child's age (a 3-year-old would have time-out for 3 minutes). Do not exceed 5 minutes.
Question 2 of 9
The nurse teaches a new mother that neonatal weight loss in the first 3 days of life is most often the result of:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluid loss is the primary cause of early weight loss.
Question 3 of 9
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 4 of 9
A postpartum client calls the pediatric clinic to report that her 4-day old female newborn has a spot of blood on her diaper. Which of the following statements made by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pseudomenstruation is a normal finding due to hormonal withdrawal.
Question 5 of 9
Which should be included in teaching regarding treatment for pubic lice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Combing removes lice and nits after treatment.
Question 6 of 9
The nurse is monitoring a client with gestational hypertension. What symptom requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe headache and vision changes may indicate preeclampsia and require immediate evaluation.
Question 7 of 9
The nurse is monitoring a client in labor. The nurse suspects umbilical cord compression if which is noted on the external monitor tracing during a contraction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Variable decelerations are a hallmark sign of umbilical cord compression, requiring immediate monitoring and intervention.
Question 8 of 9
The nurse is assessing a client with hyperemesis gravidarum. What finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dehydration, indicated by dry mucous membranes and poor skin turgor, requires immediate intervention in hyperemesis gravidarum.
Question 9 of 9
What physical findings would the nurse expect in a bulimic client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Repeated vomiting damages the esophagus.