ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn 1 hr after birth. Which of the following respiratory rates is within the expected reference range for a newborn?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 48/min is within the normal range of 30-60 breaths per minute for a newborn.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing postpartum depression with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A history of depression is a known risk factor for postpartum depression, showing understanding of the condition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum and has a prescription for Rho (D) Immunoglobulin. The nurse should verify which of the following prior to administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: RhoGAM is given to Rh-negative mothers with Rh-positive newborns to prevent antibody formation against Rh-positive blood.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who delivered a healthy term newborn via cesarean birth. The client asks the nurse, 'Is there a chance that I could deliver my next baby without having a cesarean section?' Which of the following responses should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The type of incision (e.g., low transverse) is a key factor in determining eligibility for vaginal birth after cesarean (VBA
C).
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 hr postpartum and observes a large amount of lochia rubra and several small clots on the client's perineal pad. The fundus is midline and firm at the umbilicus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A firm, midline fundus with lochia rubra and small clots is normal; documenting and monitoring are appropriate.