ATI LPN
ATI LPN Maternal Newborn 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching about home safety with a client who is postpartum.
Question 1 of 5
In which of the following positions should the nurse instruct the client to place their newborn in the crib?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing a newborn in the supine position (on their back) is recommended to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), a proven safe sleep practice.
Extract:
A nurse is collecting data from a newborn.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should recognize that which of the following images demonstrates a positive Babinski reflex?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The image showing toes fanning out when the sole of the foot is stroked demonstrates a positive Babinski reflex, a normal newborn response indicating immature nervous system development.
Extract:
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is postpartum and has mastitis.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging the client to continue to breastfeed helps empty the breast, reducing pain and inflammation and promoting healing from mastitis.
Extract:
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a newborn who requires phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend including in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repositioning the newborn every 2 hours ensures even exposure to phototherapy light, preventing skin breakdown and effectively reducing bilirubin levels.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about various contraceptive methods.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oral contraceptives decrease the risk for endometrial cancer by preventing thickening of the uterine lining, offering a protective effect with prolonged use.