ATI RN
Maternal and Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which data must the nurse consider before administering Depo-Provera (medroxyprogesterone acetate) to a postpartum client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Medroxyprogesterone acetate is contraindicated in women with certain cancers.
Question 2 of 5
For which conditions is the lactational amenorrhea method of birth control effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lactational amenorrhea is effective only within 6 months postpartum if exclusively breastfeeding.
Question 3 of 5
A pregnant woman is to undergo an invasive procedure to evaluate the status of her fetus. To ensure informed consent, which action would be the priority responsibility of the nurse providing care to this woman?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse's responsibilities related to informed consent include: Ensuring the consent form is completed with signatures from the client; serving as a witness to the signature process; and determining whether the client understands what she is signing by asking her pertinent questions.
Question 4 of 5
In teaching parents to use a bulb syringe to suction an infant, the nurse should teach them to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suctioning the nose first prevents pushing secretions further down the throat.
Question 5 of 5
To prevent breast engorgement a new breastfeeding mother should be instructed to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent breastfeeding helps prevent engorgement.