ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 hr postpartum. The nurse notes that the client soaked a perineal pad in 10 min, the client's skin color is ashen, and she states she feels weak and light headed. After applying oxygen via nonrebreather face mask at 10 L/min which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Massaging the fundus addresses potential uterine atony, the likely cause of excessive bleeding, to control hemorrhage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postpartum, is breastfeeding, and reports nipple soreness. Which of the following measures should the nurse suggest to reduce discomfort during breastfeeding? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: These measures reduce nipple soreness by improving latch, promoting healing, and minimizing irritation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is postpartum and has a new prescription for an injection of Rh, (D) Immunoglobulin. Which of the following should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: RhoGAM prevents Rh-negative mothers from forming antibodies against Rh-positive fetal blood, protecting future pregnancies.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 hr postpartum and observes a large amount of lochia rubra and several small clots on the client's perineal pad. The fundus is midline and firm at the umbilicus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A firm, midline fundus with lochia rubra and small clots is normal; documenting and monitoring are appropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse places a newborn under a radiant heat warmer after birth. The purpose of this action is to prevent which of the following in the newborn?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A radiant heat warmer prevents cold stress, which can lead to metabolic and respiratory complications in newborns.