NCLEX-RN
Maternity NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A preterm neonate who has been stabilized is placed in a radiant warmer and is receiving oxygen via an oxygen hood. While administering oxygen in this manner, the nurse should do which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Humidifying the air prevents drying of the mucous membranes and maintains airway moisture, which is critical for preterm neonates.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has received shift report on a group of newborns. The nurse should make rounds on which of the following clients first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 62 is elevated and may indicate respiratory distress, requiring immediate assessment.
Question 3 of 5
A 25-year-old primiparous client who delivered a viable neonate 2 hours ago has decided to breast-feed her neonate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse address as the highest priority in the teaching plan about preventing nipple soreness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Proper latch with the areola in the baby's mouth prevents nipple soreness by reducing trauma.
Question 4 of 5
When developing the collaborative plan of care with the health care provider for a multigravid client at 10 weeks' gestation with a history of cardiac disease who was being treated with digitalis therapy before this pregnancy, the nurse should instruct the client about which of the following regarding the client's drug therapy regimen?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Digitalis dosage typically remains the same during pregnancy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is counseling a client about the use of emergency contraception. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emergency contraception is most effective when taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. It is not for regular use, does not require surgery, and is not 100% effective.