ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Quiz Questions
Extract:
A client at 12 hours postpartum who has voided a total of 200 ml with a distended bladder.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client at 12 hours postpartum who has voided a total of 200 ml. Upon assessment the nurse notes that the bladder is distended. What is the priority intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A distended bladder with low output indicates urinary retention, requiring immediate provider notification to prevent complications.
Extract:
A client who is two days postpartum and has a fourth degree perineal laceration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the prescribed orders for a client who is two days postpartum and has a fourth degree perineal laceration. Which of these orders should the nurse question?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Enemas are contraindicated with fourth-degree lacerations due to risk of trauma and pain; stool softeners are preferred.
Extract:
A breastfeeding mother with a one-week-old newborn concerned about milk supply.
Question 3 of 5
A breastfeeding mother expresses concern about whether her one-week-old newborn is getting enough milk. Which finding is a concrete indicator that the baby is getting enough milk?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Six to eight wet diapers and several stools daily indicate adequate milk intake and hydration.
Extract:
A woman diagnosed with postpartum depression.
Question 4 of 5
When a woman is diagnosed with postpartum depression, what is one of the main concerns?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Postpartum depression can lead to severe thoughts of harming the infant, making this a primary safety concern requiring immediate intervention.
Extract:
A new nurse discussing the need to support the lower uterine segment.
Question 5 of 5
When discussing the need to support the lower uterine segment, which statement by the new nurse indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supporting the lower uterine segment is necessary due to stretched ligaments post-delivery, which can weaken uterine support.