ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn RN Questions
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A male client with a new diagnosis of genital herpes (HSV 2)
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a male client who has a new diagnosis of genital herpes (HSV 2). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: Genital herpes can cause flu-like symptoms (fever, aches) during outbreaks. Warts suggest HPV, discharge indicates gonorrhea, and anuria (no urine output) is unrelated.
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Young women learning about the menstrual cycle
Question 2 of 5
When describing the menstrual cycle to a group of young women, the nurse explains that estrogen levels are highest during which phase of the endometrial cycle?
Correct Answer: Estrogen peaks during the proliferative phase, stimulating endometrial regeneration. Menstrual phase has low estrogen, ischemic phase sees declining levels, and secretory phase is dominated by progesterone.
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A 17-year-old female client requesting oral contraceptives
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a family planning clinic is caring for a 17-year-old female client who is requesting oral contraceptives. The client states that she is nervous because she has never had a pelvic examination. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: Asking about specific concerns shows empathy and facilitates discussion to alleviate fears. Dismissive or coercive responses can increase anxiety or pressure the client.
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A client receiving hydrocortisone 100 mg IM daily, available as 250 mg/2 mL
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer hydrocortisone 100 mg IM daily to a client. Available as hydrocortisone 250 mg/2 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?(Round the answer to the nearest tenth number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: Using the ratio 250 mg/2 mL = 100 mg/x mL, cross-multiply to get 250x = 200, so x = 0.8 mL. This is the correct dose, rounded to the nearest tenth.
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A 14-year-old client discussing contraception
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is leading a discussion about contraception with a group of 14-year-old clients. After the presentation, a client asks the nurse which method would be best for her to use. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: Referring to a provider ensures personalized advice after assessing health and needs. Judgmental or assumptive responses can deter adolescents from seeking care, and probing sexual activity may violate privacy.
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