ATI RN
RN ATI Maternal Newborn 2023 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a late preterm newborn. Which of the following manifestations is an indication of hypoglycemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Respiratory distress. Hypoglycemia in a late preterm newborn can lead to respiratory distress due to decreased glucose levels affecting cellular function and energy production. Hypertonia (choice
A) is not typically associated with hypoglycemia in newborns. Increased feeding (choice
B) may be a response to hypoglycemia but is not a direct manifestation. Hyperthermia (choice
C) is not a common sign of hypoglycemia.
Therefore, the correct choice is D as it directly reflects the impact of low glucose levels on respiratory function.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing dietary teaching to a client who has hyperemesis gravidarum. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. By stating she will eat foods that taste good instead of balancing meals, the client demonstrates understanding of the need to prioritize eating to manage hyperemesis gravidarum. This choice indicates she recognizes the importance of maintaining adequate nutrition despite food aversions.
Choice B is incorrect as avoiding bedtime snacks may worsen nausea.
Choice C is incorrect as caffeine in tea can exacerbate nausea.
Choice D is incorrect as dairy products are important for calcium and protein intake during pregnancy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn who was transferred to the nursery 30 min after birth because of mild respiratory distress. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Verify the newborn's identification. This should be done first to ensure the right baby is receiving care. Confirming the identity helps prevent errors in medication administration and procedures. Checking the identification is crucial for patient safety. The other options are not the first priority in this scenario. A: Confirming the Apgar score can wait until after ensuring the correct baby is being cared for. C: Administering vitamin K is important, but verifying identification takes precedence. D: Determining obstetrical risk factors can be done later once the baby's identity is confirmed.
Extract:
A nurse is reviewing the provider's prescription in the adolescent's medical record
Exhibit 1
History and Physical, Adolescent is sexually active with two current partners.
IUD in place, Reports not using condoms during sexual activity.
History of type 1 diabetes mellitus
Question 4 of 5
The nurse suspects the adolescent is experiencing pelvic inflammatory disease and is planning care. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe? Drag words from the choices below to fill in each blank in the following sentence. The nurse should anticipate a provider's prescription for---------------------- and ------------------
Correct Answer: A,E,F
Rationale: The correct answer is A, E, and F. Pelvic inflammatory disease is commonly caused by sexually transmitted infections, such as Chlamydia and Gonorrhea. The recommended treatment involves antibiotics like doxycycline (
A) and ceftriaxone (E) to target these infections. Providing education on medications (F) is essential to ensure compliance and understanding of the treatment regimen. Acyclovir (
B) is used to treat herpes infections, not PID. Imiquimod (
C) is used for certain skin conditions, not PID. Fluconazole (
D) is an antifungal medication, not typically used for PID treatment.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 38 weeks of gestation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to applying an external transducer for fetal monitoring?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Perform Leopold maneuvers. Prior to applying an external transducer for fetal monitoring, the nurse should perform Leopold maneuvers to assess the fetal position, presentation, lie, and engagement. This helps in determining the optimal placement of the transducer for accurate monitoring of the fetal heart rate. It allows the nurse to locate the fetal back and position the transducer over the fetal heart for the best signal quality.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect:
A: Determining progression of dilatation and effacement is not necessary before applying the external transducer.
C: Completing a sterile speculum exam is not needed for fetal monitoring.
D: Preparing a Nitrazine paper test is unrelated to applying an external transducer.