NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
On the evening of the second day after birth, the nurse notes that an infant appears icteric. What is the most likely cause?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Physiologic jaundice on day two results from the breakdown of fragile red blood cells, increasing bilirubin.
Question 2 of 5
A newborn is thought to have toxoplasmosis. The nurse explains to the family that toxoplasmosis is most likely to have been transmitted to the infant in which manner?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Toxoplasmosis is typically transmitted transplacentally during pregnancy, causing congenital infection.
Question 3 of 5
During an emergency home delivery, the head is beginning to crown. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gentle perineal pressure prevents rapid expulsion, reducing the risk of perineal tears and fetal trauma.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman after the insertion of radium rods for treatment of cancer of the cervix. Which discomfort should the nurse anticipate that the client may have while the rods are in place?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Uterine cramps are common due to irritation from radium rods in the cervix.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a child who has epiglottitis and is having respiratory difficulty. Which of the following is the nurse most likely to assess in the child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mouth open, protruding tongue, and inspiratory stridor are classic signs of epiglottitis due to airway obstruction.