ATI RN
ATI NUR 207 Maternal Newborn Exam Questions
Extract:
Newborn exhibiting diaphoresis, jitteriness, and lethargy.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn who exhibits signs of diaphoresis, jitteriness, and lethargy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diaphoresis, jitteriness, and lethargy suggest hypoglycemia, requiring a blood glucose check.
Extract:
25-year-old patient considering Depo-Provera 150 mg IM.
Question 2 of 5
A 25-year-old patient is considering receiving Depo-Provera 150 mg IM. Which points must the nurse include in her teaching related to this medication?
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: A: Fertility may be delayed up to 9 months. C: Aerobic exercise helps prevent bone loss, a Depo-Provera side effect.
Extract:
35-year-old patient at six weeks postpartum check-up, with swelling, pain, and tenderness in left calf.
Question 3 of 5
A 35-year-old patient is getting her labs drawn at the six weeks post-partum check-up. Upon assessment, the nurse notes swelling in the patient's left leg, and the patient reports pain and tenderness in the calf. The nurse knows which lab results are responsible?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated fibrinogen (600 mg/dl) indicates increased coagulation, raising thrombosis risk.
Extract:
Mother who refused phytonadione (Mephyton) injection for her newborn.
Question 4 of 5
A mother refused to allow her son to receive the phytonadione (Mephyton) injection at birth as was stated on her birth plan. Which of the following signs or symptoms might the nurse observe in the baby as a result?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Phytonadione (vitamin K) deficiency can cause bleeding issues, like oozing at the circumcision site.
Extract:
Client post-uncomplicated vaginal birth.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client's transition to the taking-hold phase after an uncomplicated vaginal birth. Which behavior by the mother best indicates this transition is occurring?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Interest in infant care indicates the taking-hold phase, focusing on the baby's needs.