ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Midterm Questions
Extract:
Care of the patient with miscarriage
Question 1 of 5
As related to the care of the patient with miscarriage, nurses should be aware that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Miscarriage is spontaneous fetal loss before 20 weeks, typically due to chromosomal issues, not maternal behavior. Early symptoms vary, and incidence is 10-20%.
Extract:
A husband and wife undergoing in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer (IVF-ET)
Question 2 of 5
In vitro fertilization-embryo transfer (IVF-ET) is a common approach for women with blocked fallopian tubes or unexplained infertility and for men with very low sperm counts. A husband and wife have arrived for their preprocedural interview. The husband asks the nurse to explain what the procedure entails. The nurse's most appropriate response is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IVF-ET uses the couple's own eggs and sperm, fertilized in a lab, and the embryo is transferred to the uterus. Donor embryos or sperm are not standard in this procedure unless specified. Dismissing the question is unprofessional and unhelpful.
Extract:
Exposure to sexually transmitted infections
Question 3 of 5
Examples of sexual risk behaviors associated with exposure to a sexually transmitted infection (STI) include: (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Multiple partners, unprotected anal intercourse, and oral sex increase STI risk by exposing mucous membranes to pathogens. Abstinence eliminates risk, and dry kissing does not transmit STIs.
Extract:
Women with preeclampsia and eclampsia
Question 4 of 5
Magnesium sulfate is given to women with preeclampsia and eclampsia to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Magnesium sulfate prevents seizures in preeclampsia/eclampsia by depressing the central nervous system, not affecting reflexes, uterine tone, or labor duration.
Extract:
Glucose metabolism during pregnancy
Question 5 of 5
Why is glucose metabolism profoundly affected during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placental hormones like human placental lactogen cause insulin resistance to prioritize fetal glucose supply, altering metabolism.