ATI LPN
ATI LPN N105 Maternity Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the preparation of an educational program on physiological changes during labor. Which of the following smooth muscle adaptations should the nurse identify as being responsible for facilitating cervical dilation and promoting descent of the fetus into the client pelvis and vaginal canal?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Uterine smooth muscle relaxation and contractions facilitate cervical dilation and fetal descent. Cervical constriction, pelvic stretching, and vaginal contractions are not primary mechanisms.
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Client at 12 weeks of gestation
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a prenatal clinic is caring for a client who is at 12 weeks of gestation. The client asks about the cause of her heartburn. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Progesterone relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter, leading to heartburn at 12 weeks. Pancreatic activity, estrogen, and uterine pressure are not primary causes at this stage.
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Patient during pregnancy
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching the patient how to prevent backaches during pregnancy. Which of the following self-care measures should the patient take? (Select All that Apply).
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Avoiding lumbar curve exaggeration and wearing low-heeled shoes help maintain posture and reduce back strain. Exercises like pelvic rocking are beneficial, and cold compresses or canes are not standard recommendations.
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Client at 12 weeks of gestation
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 12 weeks of gestation during an initial prenatal visit. The client asks, 'What is a normal fetal heart rate?' Which of the following ranges should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The normal fetal heart rate at 12 weeks is 110 to 160/min. Lower or higher ranges may indicate bradycardia or tachycardia, requiring further evaluation.
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Mother concerned about breastfeeding
Question 5 of 5
A mother is anxious about her ability to breastfeed after her child is born because of her small breast size. What would be an important point to teach this mother?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Milk production occurs in mammary glands (ducts and lobules) and is not dependent on breast size. Drinking milk, formula supplementation, and exercise do not address the ability to produce milk.