NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
At one minute after birth, an infant is crying, has a heart rate of 140, has acrocyanosis, resists the suction catheter, and keeps his arms extended and his legs flexed. What is the Apgar score?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Crying (2), heart rate 140 (2), acrocyanosis (1), active resistance (2), and flexed limbs (1) yield an Apgar score of 8.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is observing a new mother for good maternal-infant attachment. Which observation would be a sign of inappropriate attachment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Refusing to hold the baby due to fatigue suggests poor attachment, indicating a need for support.
Question 3 of 5
A 1-year-old child is admitted to the pediatric unit with the diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. Which room should the nurse assign to this child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A private room prevents the spread of bacterial meningitis, a highly contagious condition.
Question 4 of 5
A 6-year-old child is in the terminal stage of leukemia. The child appears helpless and afraid. How can the nurse best help the child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Discussing the reasons for her fears allows the nurse to address specific concerns, providing comfort and reducing anxiety in a terminally ill child.
Question 5 of 5
An epidural block is ordered for a woman in labor. Which nursing action is essential because the client has epidural anesthesia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Epidurals can cause hypotension, requiring close blood pressure monitoring.