ATI LPN
ATI LPN n105t Maternal Newborn Exam Questions
Extract:
A woman 2 weeks past her expected delivery date is receiving an oxytocin infusion to induce labor and begins to have contractions every 90 seconds
Question 1 of 5
A woman 2 weeks past her expected delivery date is receiving an oxytocin infusion to induce labor and begins to have contractions every 90 seconds. What is the nurse's initial action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oxytocin should be stopped immediately to prevent hyperstimulation of the uterus, which can lead to fetal distress or uterine rupture.
Extract:
A client who is experiencing preterm labor
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is experiencing preterm labor and is scheduled to undergo amniocentesis. The client needs an amniocentesis to determine which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The primary reason for amniocentesis in preterm labor is to assess fetal lung maturity and determine whether steroids or other interventions are needed.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a childbirth preparation class. The group is discussing individual expressions of labor pain. What statement is accurate about a patient's expression of pain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cultural factors significantly shape how individuals express and perceive pain.
Extract:
A laboring patient who is not reporting pain
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a laboring patient who is not reporting pain. What sign would alert the nurse of the need for pain relief?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A non-verbal cue strongly associated with pain or discomfort.
Extract:
A client who might have a hydatidiform mole
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who might have a hydatidiform mole. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Uterine size is often larger than expected for gestational age due to abnormal tissue growth and fluid accumulation.