NCLEX-RN
Maternity NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A couple is inquiring about vasectomy as a permanent method of contraception. Which teaching statement would the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: After a vasectomy, another contraception method is needed until a follow-up semen analysis confirms a zero sperm count, ensuring sterility.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing sterilization with a female client. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tubal ligation does not cause early menopause, as it only blocks the fallopian tubes and does not affect ovarian hormone production. The other statements are correct, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse prepares a client for lumbar epidural anesthesia. Before anesthesia administration, the nurse instructs the client to assume which of the following positions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The sitting position with the back arched (e.g., 'shrimp' position) provides optimal access to the lumbar spine for epidural placement. Other positions do not facilitate needle insertion as effectively.
Question 4 of 5
A neonate has a large amount of secretions. After vigorously suctioning the neonate, the nurse should assess for what possible result?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vigorous suctioning can stimulate the vagus nerve, leading to bradycardia in a neonate.
Question 5 of 5
A breast-feeding primiparous client with a midline episiotomy is prescribed ibuprofen 200 mg orally. The nurse instructs the client to take the medication:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking ibuprofen after feeding minimizes the amount of medication in breast milk during the next feeding.