ATI LPN
PN ATI Maternal Newborn 2020 Questions
Extract:
Client on a postpartum unit.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse working on a postpartum unit is collecting data from four clients. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A reddened area on the calf may indicate deep vein thrombosis, a serious condition requiring immediate reporting.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting a provider with a pelvic examination of a client during her first prenatal visit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An empty bladder improves access and comfort during a pelvic examination.
Extract:
Client who delivered vaginally 24 hr ago.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse on a postpartum unit is caring for a client who delivered vaginally 24 hr ago. Which of the following should the nurse expect to find when collecting data?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Colostrum is expected in the first few days postpartum, supporting early breastfeeding.
Extract:
Client who is 2 hr postpartum and has an episiotomy and hemorrhoids.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about perineal care to a client who is 2 hr postpartum and has an episiotomy and hemorrhoids. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Witch hazel pads reduce inflammation and soothe hemorrhoids and episiotomy discomfort post-urination.
Extract:
Client who is postpartum with excessive vaginal bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum and experiencing excessive vaginal bleeding. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxytocin promotes uterine contractions, reducing postpartum bleeding by compressing uterine blood vessels.