ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
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Newborn assessed for hypoglycemia
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn for manifestations of hypoglycemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: Jitteriness is a common sign of hypoglycemia in newborns, reflecting neurological response to low blood glucose levels.
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Client who is postpartum
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer oxytocin to a client who is postpartum. Which of the following findings is an indication for the administration of the medication? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A flaccid uterus and excess vaginal bleeding indicate uterine atony, for which oxytocin is administered to promote uterine contraction and reduce hemorrhage.
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Client who reports that her menstrual period is 2 weeks late
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a prenatal clinic is caring for a client who reports that her menstrual period is 2 weeks late. The client appears anxious and asks the nurse if she is pregnant. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: Exploring the client's menstrual cycle history acknowledges other causes of a missed period, such as stress or hormonal changes, and helps guide further assessment.
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Client in labor, requesting epidural anesthesia
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is in labor and is requesting epidural anesthesia for pain control. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: Monitoring blood pressure every minute after the first epidural dose is critical to detect hypotension, a common side effect, ensuring timely intervention to protect maternal and fetal well-being.
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Client in labor, vaginal examination documented as -1
Question 5 of 5
A nurse on the labor and delivery unit is caring for a client following a vaginal examination by the provider which is documented as -1. Which of the following interpretations of this finding should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A -1 station indicates the presenting part is 1 cm above the ischial spines, reflecting the fetus's position in the pelvis during labor.
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