ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam Nursing 223g Questions
Extract:
Client in the first trimester of pregnancy
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client in the first trimester of pregnancy about the importance of folic acid in the diet and how folic acid supplements might be beneficial. For which reason is the nurse teaching the client about this vitamin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Folic acid prevents neural tube defects by supporting proper neural tube closure in early fetal development.
Extract:
Client with last menstrual period on May 4, 2022
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a prenatal clinic is caring for a client who wants to know her estimated date of delivery if her last menstrual period was on May 4, 2022. What should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using Naegele's rule, the estimated due date is April 27, 2023 (May 4, 2022 + 1 year - 3 months + 7 days).
Extract:
Client with a positive pregnancy test
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is educating a client who has a positive pregnancy test about common discomforts in the first trimester of pregnancy and warning signs of potential danger. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse instruct the client to report to the clinic?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Facial edema may indicate preeclampsia, a serious condition requiring immediate medical attention.
Extract:
Pregnant woman observing fetal movements
Question 4 of 5
A pregnant woman is asked to observe fetal movements as a fetal assessment technique. The nurse would instruct her to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Counting fetal movements for 1 hour daily at the same time ensures consistent monitoring of fetal activity.
Extract:
Client at 36 weeks of gestation with suspected placenta previa
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 36 weeks of gestation and has a suspected placenta previa. Which of the following symptoms support this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Painless red vaginal bleeding is a hallmark symptom of placenta previa, where the placenta covers the cervix.