ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternity Newborncare Questions
Extract:
Newborn undergoing phenylketonuria (PKU) testing
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about phenylketonuria (PKU) testing with the parent of a newborn. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The statement about special lights confuses PKU with jaundice treatment; PKU requires dietary management, not phototherapy.
Extract:
Newborn with risk factors for bilirubin levels
Question 2 of 5
Which newborn is at the lowest risk for elevated unconjugated bilirubin levels?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 41-week gestation newborn has a mature liver, minimizing bilirubin buildup compared to others with risk factors.
Extract:
Newborn with assessment findings
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is most concerned about which assessment finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A positive Ortolani's test indicates hip dysplasia, requiring intervention, unlike other benign findings.
Extract:
Newborn reflexes
Question 4 of 5
The names of the newborn reflexes are? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,F
Rationale: Rooting, Moro, Babinski, and gag are recognized newborn reflexes; stepping is also a reflex, but 'running' is not.
Extract:
Newborn in the admission nursery
Question 5 of 5
The nurse admits a newborn to the admission nursery and prepares to bathe the baby for the first time after assessing which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring a stable body temperature for at least 2 hours is crucial before bathing to prevent hypothermia, as newborns are prone to heat loss.