ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Quiz Questions
Extract:
A client who gave birth 2 days ago, with respirations 26 breaths/min and labored, complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath.
Question 1 of 5
A client gave birth 2 days ago and is preparing for discharge. The nurse assesses respirations to be 26 breaths/min and labored, and the client complains of chest pain & short of breath ambulating from the bathroom this morning. Lung sounds are clear. The nurse alerts the primary care provider and the nurse-midwife to her concern that the client may be experiencing:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Symptoms of tachypnea, chest pain, and dyspnea with clear lung sounds suggest pulmonary embolism, a life-threatening postpartum complication.
Extract:
A group of postpartum patients on the benefits of breastfeeding.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is conducting a teaching session for postpartum patients on the benefits of breastfeeding. The nurse concludes that the patients have a good understanding of breastfeeding when they make the following statements: (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Breastfeeding reduces ear infections via immune properties. B: Antibodies in breast milk protect against RSV. D: Breast milk contains immunoglobulins, boosting immunity. C is incorrect as breastfeeding decreases gastroenteritis risk.
Extract:
A client who is two days postpartum and has a fourth degree perineal laceration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the prescribed orders for a client who is two days postpartum and has a fourth degree perineal laceration. Which of these orders should the nurse question?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Enemas are contraindicated with fourth-degree lacerations due to risk of trauma and pain; stool softeners are preferred.
Extract:
A new mother about breastfeeding.
Question 4 of 5
A lactation consultant is conducting a teaching session with a new mother about breastfeeding. Which of the client responses would indicate the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Washing breasts with soap can cause dryness and cracking, increasing infection risk, indicating a need for further teaching.
Extract:
A woman diagnosed with postpartum depression.
Question 5 of 5
When a woman is diagnosed with postpartum depression, what is one of the main concerns?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Postpartum depression can lead to severe thoughts of harming the infant, making this a primary safety concern requiring immediate intervention.