ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring a client who is 3 days postpartum and is attempting to breastfeed. Which of the following findings indicate mastitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Localized redness and pain in one breast are hallmark signs of mastitis, often due to bacterial infection.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn who has macrosomia and whose mother has diabetes mellitus. The nurse should recognize which of the following newborn complications as the priority focus of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoglycemia is the priority due to fetal hyperinsulinemia in newborns of diabetic mothers, requiring immediate monitoring.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn 4 hr after birth. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care to prevent jaundice?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early feeding stimulates bowel movements, aiding bilirubin elimination, which helps prevent neonatal jaundice.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum and received methylergonovine. Which of the following findings indicates that the medication was effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A firm fundus indicates effective uterine contractions, the desired effect of methylergonovine to prevent hemorrhage.