ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
A client who is experiencing preterm labor.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer magnesium sulfate IV to a client who is experiencing preterm labor. Which of the following is the priority nursing assessment for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory rate is critical due to magnesium sulfate's risk of respiratory depression, a life-threatening complication requiring close monitoring.
Extract:
A client.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer atenolol 50 mg PO daily to a client. The amount available is atenolol 100 mg/tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 0.5
Rationale: 50 mg divided by 100 mg/tablet equals 0.5 tablets, rounded to the nearest tenth for administration.
Extract:
A client who is pregnant.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is pregnant for preeclampsia. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client requires further evaluation for this disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated blood pressure is a key preeclampsia indicator, requiring further evaluation. Increased urine output, joint pain, and discharge are normal or unrelated.
Extract:
A client who is at 8 weeks of gestation and has been diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is assessing a client who is at 8 weeks of gestation and has been diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum. Which of the following is not a risk factor for hyperemesis gravidarum?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oligohydramnios is not a risk factor for hyperemesis gravidarum, unlike molar pregnancy, prior history, or multiple gestations, which increase hCG or hormonal triggers.
Extract:
A newborn who was born at 30 weeks of gestation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer oxygen via hood therapy to a newborn who was born at 30 weeks of gestation. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing action when providing care to this infant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maintaining 93-95% oxygen saturation ensures adequate oxygenation without hyperoxia risks. Trendelenburg, orogastric tubes, or hood removal are inappropriate.