NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman who is in early pregnancy asks the nurse what to do about her 'morning sickness.' What should the nurse include in the reply?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Eating dry crackers before rising stabilizes the stomach, reducing morning sickness.
Question 2 of 5
The delivery room nurse is explaining Apgar scoring to new parents. Which information pertaining to the purpose of a five-minute Apgar score should be included in the explanation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The five-minute Apgar score assesses how well the newborn is transitioning to extrauterine life.
Question 3 of 5
An oxytocin challenge test is ordered for a woman who is 42 weeks pregnant. What should the nurse plan for in the care of this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Emptying the bladder ensures comfort and accurate monitoring during the oxytocin challenge test.
Question 4 of 5
The parents of a 3-year-old child are leaving for the evening. Which behavior would the nurse expect the child to exhibit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 3-year-old often experiences separation anxiety, making crying a typical response when parents leave.
Question 5 of 5
The fetus is in the breech position. Inspection of the amniotic fluid after the membranes rupture shows a greenish-black cast to the fluid. What is the best interpretation of this finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Greenish-black amniotic fluid (meconium) is common in breech presentations due to fetal compression, not necessarily indicating distress.