ATI LPN
PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Client experiencing afterpains following breastfeeding
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports discomfort due to afterpains following breastfeeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ibuprofen effectively relieves afterpains caused by uterine contractions post-breastfeeding.
Extract:
Client who is 2 days postoperative following a cesarean birth
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 2 days postoperative following a cesarean birth. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Left calf tenderness may indicate deep vein thrombosis, a serious postoperative complication.
Extract:
Newborn receiving phytonadione
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer phytonadione to a newborn. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 25-gauge needle is appropriate for administering phytonadione intramuscularly to a newborn.
Extract:
Client who is 4 hr postpartum with four saturated perineal pads in the past hour
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 4 hr postpartum. The nurse notes four saturated perineal pads in the past hour. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fundal assessment and massage address uterine atony, a common cause of postpartum hemorrhage.
Extract:
Newborn requiring a blood glucose test
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn who requires a blood glucose test. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying antiseptic solution post-procedure prevents infection at the puncture site.