ATI RN
Maternal Newborn ATI Assessment Focused Review Questions
Extract:
Client at 35 weeks of gestation with mild vaginal bleeding due to placenta previa
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who is at 35 weeks of gestation and is experiencing mild vaginal bleeding due to placenta previa. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous FHR monitoring detects fetal distress in placenta previa, avoiding cervical checks or misoprostol, which risk bleeding, and betamethasone is less urgent at 35 weeks.
Extract:
Postpartum client at risk for deep-vein thrombosis
Question 2 of 5
A postpartum complication a client is at risk for is deep-vein thrombosis. Which of the following is a factor strongly associated with this postpartum complication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cesarean birth increases DVT risk due to immobility and vascular trauma, unlike arthritis, hypotension, or atony, which are unrelated.
Extract:
Laboring client with ruptured membranes
Question 3 of 5
A laboring client's membranes have just ruptured. What is the nurse's next action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing fetal heart rate post-rupture detects distress from cord prolapse or fluid changes, prioritizing over blood pressure, temperature, or surgery.
Extract:
Postpartum client
Question 4 of 5
A home care nurse is following up with a postpartum client. Which of the following is a risk factor that places this client at risk for postpartum depression?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rapid hormonal drops post-delivery increase postpartum depression risk, unlike protective support, self-esteem, or prior children.
Extract:
Client with urinary incontinence
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing urinary incontinence. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching plan for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reducing caffeine and carbonated drinks minimizes bladder irritation, improving incontinence, unlike restricting fluids, fiber, or avoiding Kegels.