NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Maternal Neonatal Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client asks about the disadvantages of the vaginal contraceptive ring. Which of the following would the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The vaginal contraceptive ring may cause nausea or breast tenderness, especially initially. It is inserted once every 3 weeks, is more effective than condoms when used correctly, and does not cause permanent infertility.
Question 2 of 5
A client asks about the side effects of the contraceptive implant. Which of the following would the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Irregular bleeding is a common side effect of the contraceptive implant, especially in the first year. It does not guarantee regular cycles, cause significant weight loss, or significantly increase ovarian cyst risk.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following nursing diagnoses is the priority after delivery for a multiparous client who received an epidural anesthetic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Epidural anesthesia poses a risk for injury due to potential complications like hypotension or impaired mobility, making this the priority post-delivery. Pain, anxiety, and fluid overload are secondary concerns.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is explaining basic principles of asepsis and infection control to a client who has a respiratory tract infection following delivery. The nurse determines the client understands principles of infection control to follow when the client says:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent hand washing is the most effective infection control measure for a respiratory tract infection.
Question 5 of 5
After a vaginal delivery of a term neonate, the nurse observes that the neonate has one artery and one vein in the umbilical cord. The nurse notifies the pediatrician based on the analysis that this may be indicative of ?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A single umbilical artery is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular anomalies, warranting further evaluation.