ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
A client who experienced a cesarean birth due to dysfunctional labor. The client states that she is disappointed that she did not have natural childbirth.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who experienced a cesarean birth due to dysfunctional labor. The client states that she is disappointed that she did not have natural childbirth. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Empathetic reflection validates the client's feelings, fostering emotional support. Other responses dismiss her emotions, provide inaccurate information, or make assumptions.
Extract:
A client who experienced abruptio placentae. The nurse observes petechiae and bleeding around the IV access site.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on the obstetric unit is caring for a client who experienced abruptio placentae. The nurse observes petechiae and bleeding around the IV access site. The nurse should recognize that this client is at risk for which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abruptio placentae can trigger DIC, indicated by petechiae and bleeding, due to widespread clotting and consumption of coagulation factors.
Extract:
A client.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer atenolol 50 mg PO daily to a client. The amount available is atenolol 100 mg/tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 0.5
Rationale: 50 mg divided by 100 mg/tablet equals 0.5 tablets, rounded to the nearest tenth for administration.
Extract:
An infant with a fractured clavicle.
Question 4 of 5
What information regarding a fractured clavicle is most important for the nurse to take into consideration when planning the infant's care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Newborn clavicle fractures heal without special treatment, requiring only gentle handling. Prone positioning, casting, or exercises are unnecessary or harmful.
Extract:
A mother, father, and other family members after the loss of an infant.
Question 5 of 5
When assisting the mother, father, and other family members to actualize the loss of an infant, which action is most helpful?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clothing or wrapping the baby enhances parental bonding and memory creation, aiding grief processing. Other actions hinder acceptance or closure.