NCLEX-RN
Maternity RN NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A primiparous client asks the nurse about resuming exercise after vaginal delivery. The nurse should advise the client to start low-impact exercises:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low-impact exercises are generally safe after 6 weeks, allowing time for healing and recovery.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about the use of oral contraceptives. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral contraceptives should be taken at the same time daily for maximum effectiveness. They are taken continuously (including during menstruation for combination pills), one pill daily, and missing a dose requires specific instructions, not stopping entirely.
Question 3 of 5
After delivery of a viable neonate, a 20-year-old primiparous client comments to her mother and the nurse about the baby. Which of the following comments would the nurse interpret as a possible sign of potential maternal-infant bonding problems?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Delegating the first feeding to the grandmother suggests reluctance to engage in early bonding activities, which could indicate bonding issues. Other comments reflect normal observations or positive engagement with the neonate.
Question 4 of 5
A client asks about the disadvantages of oral contraceptives. Which of the following would the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral contraceptives must be taken at the same time daily for maximum effectiveness, as timing affects hormone levels. They are short-term (daily), have potential side effects, and do not protect against STIs.
Question 5 of 5
A laboring client at -2 station has a spontaneous rupture of the membranes and a cord immediately protrudes from the vagina. The nurse should first:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gentle pressure prevents cord compression.