ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Midterm Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A pregnant woman with hyperemesis gravidarum.
Question 1 of 5
A pregnant woman presents to the emergency department complaining of persistent nausea and vomiting. She is diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum. The nurse should include which information when teaching about diet for hyperemesis? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Ice cream, appealing foods, and bedtime protein snacks ease hyperemesis. Small meals and ginger tea are better than large meals or avoiding helpful drinks.
Extract:
An antepartum woman undergoing a contraction stress test (CST).
Question 2 of 5
What should a nurse know about the contraction stress test (CST) when providing care for the antepartum woman?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A negative CST, with no late decelerations, indicates fetal tolerance to contractions, unlike vibroacoustic use, invasiveness, or membrane rupture scenarios.
Extract:
A pregnant woman.
Question 3 of 5
Signs and symptoms that a pregnant woman should report immediately to her health care provider include: (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Rupture of membranes risks infection, heartburn with headache suggests preeclampsia, and vaginal bleeding may indicate serious issues like placenta previa. Urinary frequency and decreased libido are normal.
Extract:
A 21-year-old Hispanic patient with limited English proficiency.
Question 4 of 5
During a prenatal intake interview, the nurse is in the process of obtaining an initial assessment of a 21-year-old Hispanic patient with limited English proficiency. It is important for the nurse to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing understanding is critical, especially with language barriers, to ensure effective communication and education. Handouts may not be accessible, jargon can confuse, and speaking quickly hinders comprehension.
Extract:
None specified.
Question 5 of 5
Examples of sexual risk behaviors associated with exposure to a sexually transmitted infection (STI) include: (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Multiple partners, unprotected anal intercourse, and oral sex increase STI exposure risk due to contact with infected fluids or tissues. Abstinence eliminates this risk.