NCLEX-PN
Maternal Newborn NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Methergine 5 mg qid is ordered for a postpartum client. An hour after taking the drug, the woman complains of uterine cramping. What is the best explanation for the nurse to give her?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Methergine causes uterine contractions to prevent bleeding, and cramping indicates it is working effectively.
Question 2 of 5
A woman who is 28 weeks gestation comes to the emergency room with painful, bright red bleeding of 1.5 hours in duration. Which of the following would the nurse expect during assessment of this woman?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Painful bleeding suggests abruptio placenta, which can cause fetal distress, leading to altered fetal heart rates. Painless bleeding is more indicative of placenta previa, so the question likely contains a typo, but based on the provided options, abruptio placenta fits best.
Question 3 of 5
A 3-month-old infant is admitted. Upon admission, the nurse assesses her developmental status as appropriate for age. Which of the following is the child least likely to be able to do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 3-month-old infant can typically smile, reach for objects, and hold their head steady, but sitting with slight support is a skill usually developed closer to 4-6 months.
Question 4 of 5
Methergine 5 mg qid is ordered for a postpartum client. An hour after taking the drug, the woman complains of uterine cramping. What is the best explanation for the nurse to give her?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Methergine causes uterine contractions to prevent bleeding, and cramping indicates it is working effectively.
Question 5 of 5
A child is admitted with asthma. Which aspects of the health history would be most closely associated with asthma?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eczema is associated with asthma as part of the atopic triad, indicating a predisposition to allergic conditions.