NCLEX-RN
Maternity RN NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A primiparous client diagnosed with postpartum depression at 2 weeks postpartum asks about treatment options. The nurse should include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Counseling and medication are standard treatments for postpartum depression, tailored to the client's needs.
Question 2 of 5
A primiparous client, 48 hours after a vaginal delivery, is to be discharged with a prescription for vitamins with iron because she is anemic. To maximize absorption of the iron, the nurse instructs the client to take the medication with which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin C in orange juice enhances iron absorption, unlike milk, which can inhibit it.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A primigravid client in active labor with a fetus in LOP position complains of severe back pressure. Which of the following would be the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Severe back pain due to the LOP position is a priority, as it impacts the client's comfort and labor experience. Pain management (e.g., counterpressure) is critical. Anxiety, coping, and urinary retention are secondary concerns.
Question 5 of 5
When developing the initial plan of care for a neonate who was born at 41 weeks' gestation, was diagnosed with meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS), and requires mechanical ventilation, which of the following should the nurse include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Care of an umbilical arterial line is necessary for monitoring blood gases and blood pressure in a neonate on mechanical ventilation.