NCLEX-RN
Maternity Questions NCLEX RN Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During a home visit to a breast-feeding primiparous client at 1 week postpartum, the client tells the nurse that her nipples have become sore and cracked from the feedings. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client to do?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Proper positioning with the areola in the baby's mouth prevents and heals sore nipples.
Question 2 of 5
One-half hour after vaginal delivery of a term neonate, the nurse palpates the fundus of a primigravid client, noting several large clots and a small trickle of bright red vaginal bleeding. The client's blood pressure is 136/92 mm Hg. Which of the following would the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Large clots and bright red bleeding post-delivery suggest possible uterine atony or retained placental fragments, requiring immediate physician notification for intervention. Monitoring, requesting medication, or changing pads are secondary actions.
Question 3 of 5
Before placing the fetal monitoring device on a primigravid client's fundus, the nurse performs Leopold's maneuvers. When performing the third maneuver, the nurse explains that this maneuver is done for which of the following reasons?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The third Leopold's maneuver assesses the presenting part's engagement in the pelvis, helping determine labor progression. Other maneuvers address cephalic prominence, presentation type, or fetal positioning.
Question 4 of 5
Several pregnant clients are waiting to be seen in the triage area of the obstetrical unit. Which client should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Epigastric pain in a preeclamptic client can indicate impending eclampsia.
Question 5 of 5
A client is considering the copper IUD. Which of the following statements by the nurse is accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The copper IUD is hormone-free and effective for up to 10 years. It does not require replacement every 6 months, may increase menstrual bleeding, and does not prevent ovulation.