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ATI NUR 207 Maternal Newborn Exam Questions
Extract:
Client considering contraception methods.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is considering several methods of contraception. Which method should the nurse identify as being most reliable?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IUDs have low failure rates and don't rely on user compliance, making them highly reliable.
Extract:
Mother requiring 3,800 units of Heparin sodium dose subcutaneously.
Question 2 of 5
You are required to administer 3,800 units of Heparin sodium dose subcutaneously (SQ) to a mother. The pharmacy sends a 10,000 units in a 5ml vial. How many mls will the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calculation: 3,800 units ÷ 10,000 units/5 ml = 1.9 ml.
Extract:
Newborn exhibiting diaphoresis, jitteriness, and lethargy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn who exhibits signs of diaphoresis, jitteriness, and lethargy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diaphoresis, jitteriness, and lethargy suggest hypoglycemia, requiring a blood glucose check.
Extract:
Newborn with blood glucose level of 40.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn whose blood glucose level is 40. Which of the following interventions has priority in the nurse's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A glucose level of 40 mg/dL is low, requiring immediate physician notification for prompt intervention.
Extract:
Newborn at risk for HIV, weighing 3000 grams.
Question 5 of 5
Zidovudine oral solution 24 mg/kg PO BID has been ordered for a newborn at risk for HIV. On hand is 3000 grams. Calculate the amount to be administered in ml per dose.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calculation: 3000 g = 3 kg; 3 kg x 24 mg = 72 mg; 72 mg ÷ (50 mg/5 ml) = 1.2 ml.