ATI LPN
ATI LPN Maternal Newborn 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Nurses' Notes: The newborn is lying in a bassinet, lightly swaddled. Jitteriness observed when disturbed, weak cry, mottled extremities, mild acrocyanosis. Respirations rapid but unlabored. No lethargy, no feedings since birth. Vital Signs: Heart rate: 156/min, Respiratory rate: 64/min, Temperature: 36.1°C (97.0°F), Oxygen saturation: 96% on room air, Blood glucose level: 30 mg/dL.
Question 1 of 5
Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify: Condition, Actions to Take, Parameters to Monitor (2 Correct). Condition Choices: A. Hypoglycemia, B. Congenital heart defect, C. Neonatal sepsis, D. Neonatal abstinence syndrome. Actions: A. Obtain a capillary blood glucose reading, B. Feed the newborn immediately with breastmilk or formula, C. Administer IV glucose as prescribed, D. Initiate phototherapy, E. Place under a radiant warmer. Parameters: A. Blood glucose levels, B. Respiratory effort, C. Serum bilirubin levels, D. Skin integrity, E. Oxygen saturation.
Correct Answer: A,A,B,A,B
Rationale: Low glucose (30 mg/dL) and jitteriness indicate hypoglycemia; feeding and glucose checks address it; glucose and respiratory effort monitor progress.
Extract:
A nurse is assisting with the care of a newborn who has neonatal abstinence syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Determining the respiratory rate first ensures airway and breathing stability, a critical initial step in managing neonatal abstinence syndrome.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is pregnant and reports frequent heartburn.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking sips of milk neutralizes stomach acid, soothing heartburn, a safe and effective remedy during pregnancy.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is at 24 weeks of gestation and has opioid use disorder.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Methadone is commonly prescribed for opioid use disorder in pregnancy, safely managing withdrawal and reducing relapse risk for mother and fetus.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is pregnant and has a vaginal culture that is positive for chlamydia.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Amoxicillin is a safe, effective antibiotic for treating chlamydia in pregnancy, avoiding fetal harm from alternatives like tetracycline.