ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternity Final 23D Questions
Extract:
Breastfed newborn diagnosed with galactosemia
Question 1 of 5
A breastfed newborn has just been diagnosed with galactosemia. The therapeutic management for this newborn is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Galactosemia requires stopping breastfeeding to avoid galactose accumulation, which can cause liver damage and other issues. Other options do not address the metabolic defect or worsen the condition.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Which of these is a characteristic of a preterm infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lanugo is a characteristic of preterm infants, as it is fine, downy hair covering the fetus that typically disappears by 36 weeks gestation but remains in preterm infants. Hypertonia, long toenails, and dry skin are more associated with post-term infants.
Question 3 of 5
A newborn is most interested in eating in which wake and sleep state?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The alert state is optimal for feeding as the newborn is awake, calm, and attentive, showing hunger cues like rooting. Drowsy or crying states hinder effective feeding, and active alert may lead to distractions.
Extract:
Client at 24 weeks gestation
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about appropriate exercises during pregnancy with a client who is at 24 weeks of gestation. Which of the following statements indicates a need for additional teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Racquetball is high-impact and risks injury or premature labor due to sudden movements and fall risks, indicating a need for further teaching. Swimming, stationary cycling, and yoga (with precautions) are safe and beneficial during pregnancy.
Extract:
Newborn immediately following delivery
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn immediately following delivery. After assuring a patent airway, which of the following actions should be the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Drying the newborn prevents cold stress by reducing evaporative heat loss, which can lead to hypoxia and other complications. Administering phytonadione, documenting the Apgar score, and applying identification bands are important but not immediate priorities compared to thermoregulation.