ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn 5 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer penicillin G benzathine 1.2 million units IM now
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer penicillin G benzathine 1.2 million units IM now. The amount available is penicillin G benzathine 600,000 units/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Calculated as 1,200,000 units ÷ 600,000 units/mL = 2 mL, providing the precise volume needed for the IM injection.
Extract:
A woman with a history of systemic lupus erythematosus
Question 2 of 5
A woman with a history of systemic lupus erythematosus comes to the clinic for evaluation. The woman tells the nurse that she and her partner would like to have a baby but that they are afraid her lupus will be a problem. Which response would be most appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stable lupus for 6 months before pregnancy reduces risks like flares and complications, offering a balanced and supportive response.
Extract:
A pregnant client in her second trimester has a hemoglobin level of 11 g/dL
Question 3 of 5
A pregnant client in her second trimester has a hemoglobin level of 11 g/dL. The nurse interprets this as indicating:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A hemoglobin of 11 g/dL suggests iron-deficiency anemia, as it’s low for pregnancy, potentially causing fatigue and requiring iron supplementation.
Extract:
A woman in her first trimester
Question 4 of 5
When assessing a woman in her first trimester, which emotional response would the nurse most likely expect to find?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: First trimester hormonal fluctuations often lead to emotional lability, with rapid mood changes being a typical response.
Extract:
A pregnant woman undergoes a triple/quadruple screen at 16 to 18 weeks' gestation
Question 5 of 5
A pregnant woman undergoes a triple/quadruple screen at 16 to 18 weeks' gestation. What would the nurse suspect if the woman's alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) level is decreased?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low AFP levels correlate with Down syndrome, necessitating further diagnostic tests like amniocentesis for confirmation.