ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Quiz Questions
Extract:
A 25-year-old woman who gave birth to her second child 6 hours ago, reporting increased bleeding compared to her previous birth.
Question 1 of 5
A 25 year-old woman gave birth to her second child 6 hours ago. She informs the nurse that she is bleeding more than with her previous birth experience. The initial nursing action is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the fundus for firmness and location is critical to identify uterine atony, a common cause of postpartum hemorrhage.
Extract:
A new nurse discussing the need to support the lower uterine segment.
Question 2 of 5
When discussing the need to support the lower uterine segment, which statement by the new nurse indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supporting the lower uterine segment is necessary due to stretched ligaments post-delivery, which can weaken uterine support.
Extract:
A client receiving Labetalol 40MG IV q4h.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is administering Labetalol 40MG IV q4h. On hand is a 5ML multi-dose vial with a concentration of 5MG/ML. How many ML will the nurse administer every four hours?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calculation: 40 mg / 5 mg/mL = 8 mL, the correct dose to administer every four hours.
Extract:
A client who gave birth 15 days ago with a gush of foul-smelling rubra lochia and a temperature of 39°C (102.2°F).
Question 4 of 5
A client who gave birth 15 days ago has returned to the emergency room with reports of a gush of foul-smelling rubra lochia and a temperature of 39°C (102.2°F). The nurse suspects postpartum hemorrhage and understands that this is most likely caused by
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Endometritis, an infection of the uterine lining, causes foul-smelling lochia and fever, often leading to excessive bleeding.
Extract:
A 12-hour postpartum patient.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing a care plan for her 12-hour postpartum patient which include prevention of thrombosis. During implementation, the nurse is expected to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Early ambulation promotes circulation, reducing the risk of deep vein thrombosis postpartum.