ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is completing discharge instructions for a new mother and her newborn. The mother asks, 'How will I know if my baby gets enough breast milk?' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wetting 6 to 8 diapers daily indicates sufficient milk intake and hydration in a breastfed newborn.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn 1 hr after birth. Which of the following respiratory rates is within the expected reference range for a newborn?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 48/min is within the normal range of 30-60 breaths per minute for a newborn.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is 2 hours postpartum following a cesarean birth. The client has a history of thromboembolic disease. Which of the following nursing interventions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ambulation prevents venous stasis, reducing the risk of thromboembolism in clients with a history of the condition.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing postpartum depression with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A history of depression is a known risk factor for postpartum depression, showing understanding of the condition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn immediately following birth. After assuring a patent airway, what is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Drying the skin prevents heat loss and stimulates breathing and circulation, critical for newborn stabilization.