ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam Nursing 223g Questions
Extract:
Pregnant woman observing fetal movements
Question 1 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 34 weeks of gestation at risk for placental abruption
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client who is at 34 weeks of gestation and at risk for placental abruption. The nurse should recognize that which of the following is the most common risk factor for abruption?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypertension is the most common risk factor for placental abruption, as high blood pressure can cause placental separation.
Extract:
Woman requesting birth control pills
Question 3 of 5
A woman visits the family planning clinic to request a prescription for birth control pills. Which factor would indicate that an ovulation suppressant would not be the best contraceptive method for her?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A family history of thromboembolism increases the risk of blood clots with hormonal contraceptives, making ovulation suppressants like birth control pills less suitable.
Extract:
Client with a positive pregnancy test
Question 4 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:
Client with a new prescription for a combined oral contraceptive (COC)
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client who has a new prescription for a combined oral contraceptive (COC). The nurse recognizes that which of the following client medications can interfere with the effectiveness of the COC?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Certain anticonvulsants increase hormone metabolism, reducing the effectiveness of combined oral contraceptives.