ATI RN
ATI Maternity Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A client who is at 36 weeks of gestation and reports continuous abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in the antepartum unit is assisting with the care of a client who is at 36 weeks of gestation and reports continuous abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. The nurse should identify that the client is likely experiencing which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous pain and bleeding suggest abruptio placentae, a serious condition involving placental separation.
Extract:
A patient with a blood sugar level of 152 mg/dL at 1700 hr.
Question 2 of 5
The patient's blood sugar level was 152 mg/dL at 1700 hr. How much insulin should be given using the following insulin sliding scale?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Per the sliding scale, 152 mg/dL falls in the 131-180 range, requiring 2 units of insulin.
Extract:
A client who has preeclampsia with severe features and is reporting blurred vision and the inability to think clearly.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has preeclampsia with severe features and is reporting blurred vision and the inability to think clearly. Which of the following factors should the nurse recognize as the primary cause of the client's clinical manifestations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cerebral autoregulation dysfunction causes neurological symptoms in severe preeclampsia.
Extract:
A client who has a new prescription for heparin for management of a postpartum deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for heparin for management of a postpartum deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bruising is a potential side effect of heparin, and reporting it ensures monitoring for bleeding risks.
Extract:
A client who is 1 day postpartum receiving a varicella vaccine.
Question 5 of 5
A client who is 1 day postpartum receives a varicella vaccine in the hospital. Which of the following responses indicates that the client will need further teaching about the vaccine?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The varicella vaccine requires two doses, indicating a need for further teaching.