ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn immediately following birth. After assuring a patent airway, what is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Drying the skin prevents heat loss and stimulates breathing and circulation, critical for newborn stabilization.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 hr postpartum following a vaginal birth. Which of the following findings indicates the client's bladder is distended?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A fundus palpable to the right of the midline suggests bladder distention, which can displace the uterus and hinder contractions, increasing hemorrhage risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn the day after delivery. The nurse notes a raised, bruised area on the left side of the scalp that does not cross the suture line. How should the nurse document this finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A cephalhematoma is a collection of blood between the skull and periosteum, limited by suture lines, fitting the described finding.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the nursery is caring for a newborn. The grandmother of the newborn asks if she can take the newborn to the mother's room. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using a wheeled bassinet ensures safe transport, aligning with hospital protocols and minimizing risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a newborn who has a new diagnosis of phenylketonuria (PKU). Which of the following actions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low-protein diet limits phenylalanine intake, critical for managing PKU and preventing neurological damage.