ATI RN
ATI Maternity Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A client at 12 weeks gestation who decided not to proceed with genetic testing or further genetic counseling.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is following up with a client at 12 weeks gestation who was seen for genetic counseling but decided not to proceed with genetic testing or any further genetic counseling. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respecting the client's autonomy is essential in declining genetic testing.
Extract:
A client who is 1 day postpartum receiving a varicella vaccine.
Question 2 of 5
A client who is 1 day postpartum receives a varicella vaccine in the hospital. Which of the following responses indicates that the client will need further teaching about the vaccine?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The varicella vaccine requires two doses, indicating a need for further teaching.
Extract:
A client who is at 28 weeks of gestation with a history of one pregnancy terminated by elective abortion at 9 weeks, the birth of twins at 36 weeks, and a spontaneous abortion at 15 weeks of gestation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a prenatal clinic is reviewing the medical record of a client who is at 28 weeks of gestation. The client's history reveals one pregnancy terminated by elective abortion at 9 weeks, the birth of twins at 36 weeks, and a spontaneous abortion at 15 weeks of gestation. The nurse should document which of the following as the client's present parity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parity counts viable deliveries; twins at 36 weeks count as one parity.
Extract:
A client who is 2 hours postpartum.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about newborn care with a client who is 2 hours postpartum. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rectal temperature checks are not recommended for newborns due to the risk of rectal perforation. Axillary methods are safer and preferred.
Extract:
A client with hypothyroidism during pregnancy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching of a newly licensed nurse about hypothyroidism during pregnancy. Which of the following statements should the nurse reinforce in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypothyroidism increases the risk of lipid and glucose metabolism disorders, impacting maternal and fetal health.