ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn 2023/24 1st Attempt & Retake Questions
Extract:
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 (
A) are not typically associated. Decreased muscle tone (
C) may be present but is not a defining feature. Absent Moro reflex (
D) is not a typical finding in neonatal abstinence syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a newborn about the Plastibell circumcision technique. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. The nurse should include information about notifying the provider if the end of the baby's penis appears dark red as it could indicate infection or other complications. This is important for early detection and prompt intervention.
Choice A is incorrect as the Plastibell is typically removed after a few days, not 4 hours.
Choice B is incorrect as a snug diaper can cause discomfort and interfere with healing.
Choice C is incorrect as yellow exudate is not typically expected at the surgical site.
Question 3 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. A suppository should not be used in a client with a third-degree perineal laceration as it can cause further irritation and delay healing. The suppository insertion could disrupt the healing tissues and increase the risk of infection.
Incorrect choices:
A: Vaginal candidiasis - This does not contraindicate the use of a suppository.
B: Abdominal distention - Unrelated to contraindicating the use of a suppository.
C: Afterpains - Not a contraindication to suppository use.
Question 4 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 newborn can lead to inadequate glucose supply to the brain, causing respiratory distress due to central nervous system depression. Hypertonia (choice
A) is typically seen in hypocalcemia. Increased feeding (choice
B) may be a compensatory mechanism to address hypoglycemia. Hyperthermia (choice
C) is not a common manifestation of hypoglycemia. It is important to monitor for signs of respiratory distress in a late preterm newborn to promptly address hypoglycemia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postpartum and breastfeeding her newborn. The client reports sore nipples. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Assess the newborn's latch while breastfeeding. The nurse should assess the newborn's latch to ensure proper attachment to the breast, which can alleviate sore nipples. This step is crucial in addressing the root cause of the issue. Waiting 4 hours between feedings (
A) can lead to engorgement and affect milk supply. Limiting breastfeeding time to 5 minutes (
C) may not be sufficient for adequate feeding. Offering supplemental formula (
D) can interfere with establishing breastfeeding and may not address the underlying latch issue.