ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn 2023/24 1st Attempt & Retake Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is at 30 weeks of gestation. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of pyelonephritis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Flank pain. Pyelonephritis is an infection of the kidneys commonly characterized by flank pain. At 30 weeks of gestation, the uterus enlarges and can lead to obstruction of the ureters, increasing the risk of urinary stasis and infection. Epigastric discomfort (choice
A) is more indicative of issues like preeclampsia. Temperature elevation (choice
C) can be a sign of infection but is not specific to pyelonephritis. Abdominal cramping (choice
D) is more likely related to uterine contractions or gastrointestinal issues.
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