ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternity Newborncare Questions
Extract:
Four newborns: 8 hr old with acrocyanosis, 18 hr old not voided, 24 hr old no meconium, 12 hr old with temperature 37.8°C
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in the newborn nursery is receiving a report on four newborns. Which of the following newborns should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A temperature of 37.8°C may indicate infection, requiring immediate assessment, unlike the other less urgent findings.
Extract:
Newborn experiencing cold stress
Question 2 of 5
A nurse understands which of the following assessment findings as a priority to indicate that a newborn may be experiencing cold stress and burning brown fat to produce heat? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Cold stress increases oxygen demand, causing respiratory distress, and depletes glucose, leading to hypoglycemia.
Extract:
Newborn bottle-feeding
Question 3 of 5
What should be included in teaching for bottle-feeding parents? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Refrigeration, discarding used formula, avoiding propping, and explaining formula forms ensure safe feeding practices.
Extract:
Newborn being assessed
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a newborn. Which of the following anatomical landmarks should the nurse use to measure chest circumference?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nipple line provides a consistent, reproducible landmark for measuring chest circumference, ensuring accurate assessment.
Extract:
Newborn at 34 weeks gestation, weighs 1,550 g, with nasal flaring, intercostal retractions, expiratory grunting, mild cyanosis
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn who is at 34 weeks of gestation, weighs 1,550 g, and has nasal flaring, intercostal retractions, expiratory grunting, and mild cyanosis. The nurse should place the newborn in an incubator for which of the following reasons?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Premature newborns have immature thermoregulation, making an incubator essential to maintain body temperature and prevent cold stress.