ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternity Newborncare Questions
Extract:
Newborn with swollen head area
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a newborn and notes a swollen area on the head that does not cross the suture line. The nurse should document this finding as which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cephalhematoma is swelling confined by suture lines, distinguishing it from caput succedaneum, which crosses them.
Extract:
Newborn being fed iron-fortified formula
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent about using an iron-fortified formula to feed her newborn. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Newborns have limited iron metabolism capacity, requiring iron-fortified formula to meet developmental needs.
Extract:
Newborn undergoing phenylketonuria (PKU) testing
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about phenylketonuria (PKU) testing with the parent of a newborn. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The statement about special lights confuses PKU with jaundice treatment; PKU requires dietary management, not phototherapy.
Extract:
Newborn 18 hours old who has not voided
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 18-hour-old newborn who has not voided for the first time yet. What is the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Delayed voiding up to 24 hours is normal; documenting and monitoring are appropriate unless other concerns arise.
Extract:
Newborn being breastfed
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting a client with breastfeeding her newborn. The nurse should explain that which of the following reflexes will initiate sucking?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The rooting reflex triggers head-turning and mouth-opening when the cheek is stroked, facilitating breastfeeding.