NCLEX-RN
Maternity NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is counseling a client about the use of a diaphragm. Which of the following client statements indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The diaphragm must be cleaned after each use to maintain hygiene and effectiveness. The other statements are correct, indicating a need for further teaching about cleaning.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notices that a client who has just delivered her infant is short of breath, ashen in color, and begins to cough. She becomes limp on the delivery table. Determine the nursing actions in the order they should occur.
Order the Items
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Correct Answer: C,A,D,E,B
Rationale: Assess responsiveness first, then secure the airway, breathing, and circulation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is counseling a client about the use of emergency contraception. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emergency contraception is most effective when taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. It is not for regular use, does not require surgery, and is not 100% effective.
Question 4 of 5
The physician determines that outlet forceps are needed to assist in the delivery of a primigravid client in active labor with a large-for-gestational-size fetus. The nurse reinforces the physician's explanation for using forceps based on the understanding about which of the following concerning the location of the fetus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Outlet forceps are used when the fetal head is at the pelvic outlet, visible at the perineum, allowing safe assisted delivery. Higher fetal positions require different interventions.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assesses a swollen ecchymosed area to the right of an episiotomy on a primiparous client 6 hours after a vaginal delivery. The nurse should next:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying an ice pack reduces swelling and bruising in the perineal area, which is appropriate for the described symptoms.