ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Assessment Questions
Extract:
A client who is receiving oxytocin to augment labor with recurrent variable decelerations of the FHR
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving oxytocin to augment labor. The nurse notes recurrent variable decelerations of the FHR. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discontinuing oxytocin is the first step to alleviate umbilical cord compression caused by excessive uterine contractions, improving fetal heart rate patterns.
Extract:
A client who is postpartum, has a deep-vein thrombosis, and is receiving heparin therapy via subcutaneous injections
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum, has a deep-vein thrombosis, and is receiving heparin therapy via subcutaneous injections. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Subcutaneous heparin injections are typically administered in the abdomen to facilitate absorption and minimize complications.
Extract:
A client who has a prescription for ibuprofen to treat postpartum cramping
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for ibuprofen to treat postpartum cramping. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask prior to administering the medication? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Asking about OTC medications, gastric problems, and hypertension ensures safe ibuprofen administration by checking for interactions and contraindications.
Extract:
A client who is being admitted for induction of labor
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about newborn safety to a client who is being admitted for induction of labor. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking identification badges ensures the baby is handled by authorized personnel, enhancing newborn safety.
Extract:
A newborn who is 32 hours old and has a cephalohematoma
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a newborn who is 32 hours old and has a cephalohematoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect as a result of this condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cephalohematoma can lead to increased bilirubin levels as the accumulated blood breaks down, causing jaundice. This finding is consistent with the expected increase in bilirubin due to the condition.