ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Care Exam 4A Questions
Extract:
Which of the following symptoms would be indicative of hypovolemic shock after giving birth? (select all that apply)
Question 1 of 5
skin color becomes ashen
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Ashen skin, weakness/lightheadedness/nausea, and declining BP are signs of hypovolemic shock due to blood loss.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer morphine 15 mg subcutaneously. The amount available is morphine injection 10 mg/mL.
Question 2 of 5
How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 1.5
Rationale: 15 mg -->10 mg/mL = 1.5 mL.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is 4 hr postpartum. The nurse finds a small amount of lochia rubra on the client's perineal pad. The fundus is midline and firm at the umbilicus.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking for blood under the buttock ensures no excessive bleeding or hematoma, as the small amount of lochia rubra and firm fundus are normal.
Extract:
Ineffective or shallow infant latch with breastfeeding.
Question 4 of 5
Ineffective or shallow infant latch with, breast feeding may lead to increased:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A shallow latch causes nipple pain due to improper milk transfer and tissue trauma.
Extract:
A nurse is collecting data from a newborn 1 hr after delivery.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following respiratory rates is within the expected reference range for a newborn?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A newborn's normal respiratory rate is 30-60 breaths per minute; 48/min is within this range.