ATI RN
ATI Capstone Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Client at 31 weeks of gestation.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is at 31 weeks of gestation. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of a potential prenatal complication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blurred vision may result from severe preeclampsia or elevated blood pressure, signifying potential end-organ damage. It requires immediate medical evaluation to prevent progression to eclampsia.
Extract:
Parents of a newborn with an uncircumcised penis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parents of a newborn how to care for their child's uncircumcised penis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Daily washing with mild soap and water ensures proper hygiene and prevents infection. This method maintains cleanliness without causing harm to sensitive tissues.
Extract:
Client has been pushing for 2.5 hours with minimal progress, fetal head remains at +2 station.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in the labor and delivery triage unit assesses a client who has been pushing for 2.5 hours with minimal progress. The fetal head remains at +2 station. Which of the following is the most appropriate next action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notifying the primary health care provider about minimal progress is the most appropriate next action. The client has been pushing for 2.5 hours with minimal progress, which raises concern for potential complications such as cephalopelvic disproportion or maternal exhaustion.
Extract:
Client at 33 weeks of gestation with preeclampsia with severe features.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who is at 33 weeks of gestation and has preeclampsia with severe features. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Seizure precautions are necessary in preeclampsia due to the risk of eclampsia from uncontrolled blood pressure. Measures include bedrails padding and medication administration to reduce seizure occurrences.
Extract:
Parent of a newborn.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of a newborn about car seat safety. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rear-facing car seats support a baby's head and spine during sudden stops or collisions. Experts recommend maintaining this position until 2 years to reduce injury risk.