ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Client after amniotomy
Question 1 of 5
After an amniotomy, which action by the nurse takes priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the fetal heart rate is the priority after an amniotomy to ensure the fetus tolerates the procedure and detect any distress.
Extract:
Newborn 1 hour after birth
Question 2 of 5
The nurse completes the initial assessment of a newborn. Which finding would lead the nurse to suspect that the newborn is experiencing difficulty with oxygenation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nasal flaring indicates difficulty with oxygenation, as it is a compensatory mechanism to increase airflow in respiratory distress.
Extract:
Newborn immediately after birth
Question 3 of 5
The priority nursing care of the newborn immediately after birth includes all except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Announcement of the delivery is not a priority in nursing care of the newborn immediately after birth. While it may be a joyful moment for the parents and family, it does not affect the health and well-being of the newborn.
Therefore, it can be done later after the essential newborn care has been completed.
Extract:
Male newborn, genitalia assessment
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is inspecting a male newborn's genitalia. Which action should the nurse avoid when conducting this assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Retracting the foreskin over the glans should be avoided as it can cause pain, bleeding, and infection in the newborn. The foreskin is usually adhered to the glans and should not be forcibly retracted.
Extract:
During vaginal delivery, newborn's head emerges
Question 5 of 5
During a vaginal delivery, the first thing a nurse must ensure when the head comes out is that the midwife or doctor checks that
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking for a nuchal cord (cord around the neck) is critical to prevent compression, which could reduce blood flow and oxygen to the baby.