ATI RN
Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which finding would lead the nurse to suspect toxic shock syndrome related to tampon use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Toxic shock syndrome often presents with a diffuse rash and fever.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is educating a client with gestational diabetes about blood sugar monitoring. What statement indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent monitoring of blood sugar is essential for managing gestational diabetes effectively.
Question 3 of 5
What advice should the nurse give a woman taking Fosamax (alendronate) for osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Remaining upright prevents esophageal irritation.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement made by a nursing student would best indicate that her education on family-centered care was fully understood?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Childbirth affects the entire family, and relationships will change. Childbirth is viewed as a normal life event, not a medical procedure. Families are very capable of making health care decisions about their own care with proper information and support.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child brought to the emergency department by a babysitter. The child needs an emergency appendectomy and the parents cannot be contacted. What would be the nurse's best response to this situation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Health care providers can provide emergency treatment to a child without consent if they have made reasonable attempts to contact the child's parent or legal guardian.