ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn and auscultates an apical heart rate of 130/min. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A heart rate of 130/min is within the normal range for a newborn, requiring only documentation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has just delivered a newborn. The nurse notes secretions bubbling out of the newborn's nose and mouth. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suctioning the mouth first clears airway obstructions, followed by the nose, ensuring effective breathing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum and received methylergonovine. Which of the following findings indicates that the medication was effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A firm fundus indicates effective uterine contractions, the desired effect of methylergonovine to prevent hemorrhage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is postpartum and has a new prescription for an injection of Rh, (D) Immunoglobulin. Which of the following should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: RhoGAM prevents Rh-negative mothers from forming antibodies against Rh-positive fetal blood, protecting future pregnancies.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is completing discharge instructions for a new mother and her newborn. The mother asks, 'How will I know if my baby gets enough breast milk?' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wetting 6 to 8 diapers daily indicates sufficient milk intake and hydration in a breastfed newborn.