ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn RN Questions
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A postmenopausal woman with uterine prolapse being fitted with a pessary
Question 1 of 5
A postmenopausal woman with uterine prolapse is being fitted with a pessary. The nurse would be most alert for which side effect?
Correct Answer: Vaginal ulceration is a serious side effect of pessary use due to potential pressure necrosis and mucosal erosion. Increased vaginal discharge is normal, and UTIs and vaginitis are less common with proper hygiene and care.
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A client receiving hydrocortisone 100 mg IM daily, available as 250 mg/2 mL
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer hydrocortisone 100 mg IM daily to a client. Available as hydrocortisone 250 mg/2 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?(Round the answer to the nearest tenth number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: Using the ratio 250 mg/2 mL = 100 mg/x mL, cross-multiply to get 250x = 200, so x = 0.8 mL. This is the correct dose, rounded to the nearest tenth.
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A client with pelvic inflammatory disease who does not speak English
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about self-care with a client who has pelvic inflammatory disease. The client does not speak English. Which of the following actions by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A facility-approved interpreter ensures accurate and confidential communication. Family members may lack medical knowledge, dictionaries are inefficient, and APs may not be qualified or authorized to interpret.
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A 14-year-old client discussing contraception
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is leading a discussion about contraception with a group of 14-year-old clients. After the presentation, a client asks the nurse which method would be best for her to use. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: Referring to a provider ensures personalized advice after assessing health and needs. Judgmental or assumptive responses can deter adolescents from seeking care, and probing sexual activity may violate privacy.
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Extract:
A postmenopausal woman with uterine prolapse being fitted with a pessary
Question 5 of 5
A postmenopausal woman with uterine prolapse is being fitted with a pessary. The nurse would be most alert for which side effect?
Correct Answer: Vaginal ulceration is a serious side effect of pessary use due to potential pressure necrosis and mucosal erosion. Increased vaginal discharge is normal, and UTIs and vaginitis are less common with proper hygiene and care.
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