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ATI RN Maternal Newborn Latest Update. Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn who has neonatal abstinence syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Excessive crying. Neonatal abstinence syndrome is characterized by withdrawal symptoms in newborns exposed to drugs in utero. Excessive crying is a common manifestation due to irritability and discomfort. Diminished deep tendon reflexes (choice
A) are not typically associated. Decreased muscle tone (choice
C) is more commonly seen in conditions like hypotonia. Absent Moro reflex (choice
D) is not typically part of neonatal abstinence syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the chart of a client who is 2 days postpartum following a vaginal delivery and reports constipation. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to the use of a suppository?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Third-degree perineal laceration. Using a suppository in a client with a third-degree perineal laceration can increase the risk of infection and delay healing. This type of laceration extends through the perineal muscles, making it important to avoid any unnecessary trauma or irritation to the area. Vaginal candidiasis (choice
A), abdominal distention (choice
B), and afterpains (choice
C) are not contraindications to using a suppository for constipation in this scenario. Vaginal candidiasis and abdominal distention do not directly impact the use of a suppository, and afterpains, while uncomfortable, do not pose a risk with suppository use.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a provider’s office is caring for a 20-year-old client who is at 12 weeks of gestation and requests an amniocentesis to determine the sex of the fetus. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct response is B: This procedure determines if your baby has genetic or congenital disorders. At 12 weeks of gestation, amniocentesis is typically performed to detect genetic abnormalities, not to determine the sex of the fetus. This procedure involves collecting a sample of amniotic fluid to analyze the chromosomes for conditions like Down syndrome. Option A is incorrect as age is not a factor in determining the need for amniocentesis. Option C is incorrect because chorionic villus sampling is used for genetic testing, not determining the sex of the baby. Option D is incorrect because scheduling the procedure without addressing the client's request for sex determination is inappropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client following tubal ligation. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Ovulation will remain the same. This indicates an understanding of tubal ligation, a procedure that blocks the fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy but does not affect ovulation. Ovulation will still occur, but the egg will not be able to travel to the uterus for fertilization.
A: Premenstrual tension may still occur as tubal ligation does not affect hormonal changes associated with the menstrual cycle.
B: Menstrual period length is not directly impacted by tubal ligation.
C: Hormone replacements are not typically needed after tubal ligation unless there are other underlying hormonal issues.
In summary, understanding that ovulation remains the same post-tubal ligation is crucial for the client to grasp the implications of the procedure accurately.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 1 hr postpartum following a vaginal birth. The nurse notes that the client has excessive vaginal bleeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Massage the client's fundus. This is the first action the nurse should take because excessive vaginal bleeding postpartum could indicate uterine atony, which is a common cause of postpartum hemorrhage. Massaging the fundus helps stimulate uterine contractions, which can help control bleeding. This should be done before administering medications like oxytocin (
B) or providing oxygen (
D), as addressing the underlying cause is crucial. Emptying the bladder (
C) is important but comes after addressing the uterine atony.