ATI RN
RN Maternal Nursing OB Newborn 2023 2024 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn who is experiencing neonatal abstinence syndrome. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreasing lighting levels helps reduce overstimulation, which can exacerbate symptoms of neonatal abstinence syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 1-month-old infant who has manifestations of severe dehydration and a prescription for parenteral fluid therapy. The guardian asks, 'What are the indications that my baby needs an IV?' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The absence of tears is a sign of severe dehydration, indicating the need for IV fluid therapy to restore hydration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 22 weeks of gestation and is HIV positive. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting the client's HIV status to the local health department is required by law to ensure proper public health monitoring and intervention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is at 35 weeks of gestation about manifestations of potential pregnancy complications to report to the provider. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A headache unrelieved by analgesia may indicate preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication requiring immediate medical attention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a new parent about breastfeeding her 2-week-old infant. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent breastfeeding stimulates milk production, ensuring an adequate milk supply for the infant.