ATI RN
ATI Nursing Care of Children Maternal Newborn Assessment Questions
Extract:
An adolescent who states an intention to self-harm
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who states an intention to self-harm. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous observation ensures immediate safety, prioritizing self-harm prevention over restraints, data collection, or consent (less urgent).
Extract:
An adolescent about subdermal progesterone contraception devices
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an adolescent about subdermal progesterone contraception devices. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Replacement every 3 years is correct for subdermal implants, unlike STI protection (none), discharge (reportable but not primary), or milk reduction (unrelated).
Extract:
A client who is postpartum and is taking docusate sodium to prevent constipation
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is postpartum and is taking docusate sodium to prevent constipation. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking docusate sodium with a full glass of water aids stool softening, enhancing its effectiveness, unlike daily use (risks dependence), mineral oil (adverse effects), or reduced fiber (counterproductive).
Extract:
Four antepartum clients
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory reports for four antepartum clients. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 2+ proteinuria suggests preeclampsia, requiring reporting, unlike normal glucose, negative GBS, or normal hemoglobin.
Extract:
A client who is postpartum and plans to breastfeed their newborn
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is postpartum and plans to breastfeed their newborn. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adding 500 calories supports lactation, unlike antibacterial soap (too harsh), unreliable contraception, or hydrocortisone (unsafe for baby).