NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A pregnant woman tells the nurse that she is planning to breastfeed because 'You don't have to take contraceptives until you wean the baby.' What is the best response for the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breastfeeding may suppress ovulation but is not reliable contraception, necessitating additional birth control.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman after insertion of radium rods for treatment of cancer of the cervix. The nurse positions her in a supine position with legs extended for which reason?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The supine position with legs extended helps maintain the correct placement of radium rods for effective treatment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 6-year-old child who had a tonsillectomy this morning. Once the child is fully awake and alert, which liquid is the best to offer her?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Apple juice is clear and non-irritating, ideal post-tonsillectomy to avoid throat irritation.
Question 4 of 5
Following surgery for repair of a cleft lip, it is important to prevent excessive crying by the infant. What should the nurse do to accomplish this?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maternal holding comforts the infant, reducing crying and protecting the surgical site.
Question 5 of 5
An epidural block is ordered for a woman in labor. Which nursing action is essential because the client has epidural anesthesia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Epidurals can cause hypotension, requiring close blood pressure monitoring.