ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Midterm Questions
Extract:
Client whose last menstrual period started on February 13th
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is calculating the estimated date of confinement (EDC) using Nagele's rule for a client whose last menstrual period started on February 13th. Which date is most accurate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nagele's rule calculates EDC by subtracting 3 months from the first day of the last menstrual period and adding 7 days. Starting from February 13, subtracting 3 months gives November 13, and adding 7 days results in November 20.
Extract:
Infant of a diabetic mother
Question 2 of 5
Which major neonatal complication is carefully monitored after the birth of the infant of a diabetic mother?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypoglycemia is common due to fetal hyperinsulinemia from maternal glucose excess, requiring close monitoring. Other conditions are not typical complications.
Extract:
Fetal well-being during labor
Question 3 of 5
How is fetal well-being during labor assessed?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: FHR response to uterine contractions reveals oxygenation status. Other options are less direct or incomplete indicators.
Extract:
A pregnant woman at 10 weeks who jogs 3-4 times per week
Question 4 of 5
What should the nurse tell a pregnant woman at 10 weeks of gestation who jogs 3 or 4 times per week and is concerned about the effect of exercise on the fetus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Jogging is safe early but may need adjustment later due to physical changes. Stopping or switching prematurely is unnecessary, and no modification ignores risks.
Extract:
A 32-year-old primigravida with ectopic pregnancy
Question 5 of 5
A 32-year-old primigravida is admitted with a diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy. Nursing care is based on the knowledge that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hemorrhage is the primary concern in ectopic pregnancy due to possible tubal rupture. Future conception is possible, D&C is for uterine pregnancies, and bed rest alone is inadequate.