ATI RN
RN Maternal Nursing OB Newborn 2023 2024 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and notes that the umbilical cord is prolapsed. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing the client in the Trendelenburg position helps reduce pressure on the prolapsed cord, preventing fetal distress. Other actions like applying fundal pressure or wrapping the cord are not appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is a potential complication of neonatal hypocalcemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neonatal hypocalcemia can lead to hypotension due to low calcium levels.
Question 3 of 5
What is the function of the placenta during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The placenta protects the fetus, removes waste, and facilitates nutrient and gas exchange.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a newborn who is to undergo phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing all clothing except the diaper ensures maximum skin exposure to the phototherapy lights, which is essential for effective treatment of hyperbilirubinemia.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following hormones stimulates uterine contractions during labor?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxytocin is the hormone responsible for stimulating uterine contractions during labor.