NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Maternity Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is considering the withdrawal method. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The withdrawal method requires careful timing and control to be effective. It is less effective than oral contraceptives, does not protect against STIs, and is not 100% effective, even with perfect use.
Question 2 of 5
The physician orders 1000 mL of Ringer's Lactate intravenously over an 8-hour period for a 29-year-old primigravid client at 16 weeks' gestation with hyperemesis. The drip factor is 12 gtts/mL. The nurse should administer the IV infusion at how many drops per minute?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calculation: (1000 mL * 12 gtts/mL) / (8 hours * 60 minutes) = 25 gtts/minute.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is discussing the copper IUD with a client. Which of the following side effects should the nurse mention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The copper IUD may increase menstrual bleeding and cramping, especially initially. It does not decrease bleeding, cause permanent infertility, or guarantee regular periods.
Question 4 of 5
A viable female neonate was delivered 10 minutes ago and is in stable condition under a radiant warmer. To prevent infant heat loss by convection, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping the infant away from air conditioning vents prevents heat loss by convection, which occurs due to air movement.
Question 5 of 5
A primiparous client with a neonate who is 36 hours old asks the nurse, "Why does my baby spit up a small amount of formula after feeding?" The nurse explains that the regurgitation is thought to result from which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An immature cardiac sphincter in newborns can cause regurgitation of formula.