ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Midterm 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: Cold, appealing foods like ice cream, eating preferred foods, and protein snacks help manage nausea. Large meals worsen symptoms, and ginger tea may help.
Extract:
A pregnant woman
Question 2 of 5
A pregnant woman's diet may not meet her need for folates. A good source of this nutrient is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Green leafy vegetables are rich in folate, crucial for preventing neural tube defects. Cheese, potatoes, and chicken have minimal folate content.
Extract:
A husband and wife undergoing in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer (IVF-ET)
Question 3 of 5
In vitro fertilization-embryo transfer (IVF-ET) is a common approach for women with blocked fallopian tubes or unexplained infertility and for men with very low sperm counts. A husband and wife have arrived for their preprocedural interview. The husband asks the nurse to explain what the procedure entails. The nurse's most appropriate response is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IVF-ET uses the couple's own eggs and sperm, fertilized in a lab, and the embryo is transferred to the uterus. Donor embryos or sperm are not standard in this procedure unless specified. Dismissing the question is unprofessional and unhelpful.
Extract:
A woman who has had a mastectomy
Question 4 of 5
What important, immediate postoperative care practice should the nurse remember when caring for a woman who has had a mastectomy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Post-mastectomy, the affected arm is at risk for lymphedema due to lymph node removal. Using it for BP cuffs, venipuncture, or IV therapy can increase swelling or infection risk. The arm should be elevated and exercised gently, not immobilized.
Extract:
A 21-year-old Hispanic patient with limited English proficiency
Question 5 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: Effective communication is critical, especially with language barriers. Assessing understanding ensures the patient comprehends health information, reducing risks of misinformation. Handouts may not be in the patient's language, speaking quickly can hinder comprehension, and jargon can confuse rather than educate.