ATI RN
RN Maternal Nursing OB Newborn 2023 2024 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a postpartum client who is receiving heparin via a continuous IV infusion for thrombophlebitis in their left calf. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maintaining the client on bed rest helps prevent the dislodgement of a thrombus, which could lead to a pulmonary embolism, a life-threatening complication.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is a potential complication of neonatal hyperbilirubinemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Kernicterus. Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia can lead to kernicterus, a serious complication where bilirubin crosses the blood-brain barrier, causing brain damage.
Choice A, hypoglycemia, is not a typical complication of hyperbilirubinemia.
Choice C, respiratory distress syndrome, is a separate condition caused by immature lungs.
Choice D, "All of the above," is incorrect as hyperbilirubinemia specifically leads to kernicterus, not the other complications listed.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a potential legal issue related to maternal and newborn healthcare?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Legal issues include medical malpractice, patient autonomy, and informed refusal.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following hormones is responsible for the growth and development of the mammary glands during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prolactin is the hormone responsible for stimulating the growth and development of the mammary glands during pregnancy, preparing them for milk production.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who gave birth vaginally 12 hr ago and palpates their uterus to the right above the umbilicus. Which of the following interventions should the nurse perform?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A displaced uterus to the right above the umbilicus may indicate a full bladder. Assisting the client to empty their bladder helps the uterus return to its proper position and prevents complications like postpartum hemorrhage.