ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternity Final 23D Questions
Extract:
Newborn following delivery
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a new mother about the purpose of administering vitamin K to her newborn following delivery. The nurse should explain that the purpose of administering vitamin K is to prevent which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vitamin K prevents bleeding (hemorrhagic disease of the newborn) by aiding clotting factor synthesis, as newborns have low vitamin K levels. It does not prevent infection, hyperbilirubinemia, or potassium deficiency.
Extract:
Patient at 30 weeks gestation
Question 2 of 5
Forms of exercise appropriate for a pregnant patient are?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Swimming, walking, and yoga are low-impact, safe exercises for pregnancy, supporting fitness without joint stress. Scuba diving and skiing risk injury or decompression issues, unsuitable for pregnancy.
Extract:
Client 12 hr postpartum, fundus deviated to right, boggy, 2 cm above umbilicus
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who gave birth 12 hours ago. The nurse notes the fundus is deviated to the right, boggy, and 2 cm above the umbilicus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A deviated, boggy fundus suggests a full bladder preventing uterine contraction. Assisting the client to void is the first step to correct this and reduce bleeding risk before considering medications or invasive measures.
Extract:
Breastfed newborn diagnosed with galactosemia
Question 4 of 5
A breastfed newborn has just been diagnosed with galactosemia. The therapeutic management for this newborn is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Galactosemia requires stopping breastfeeding to avoid galactose accumulation, which can cause liver damage and other issues. Other options do not address the metabolic defect or worsen the condition.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
What are the risk factors for neonatal sepsis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Preterm birth increases sepsis risk due to immature immunity. Precipitous delivery can cause fetal distress, heightening infection susceptibility. Frequent vaginal exams introduce bacteria, and maternal GBS infection is a major cause of early-onset sepsis.