ATI RN
ATI NUR270A Maternity Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse knows that which of the following interventions is not useful for induction of labor:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Squatting and pelvic lunges aid labor progression but are not medically recognized for inducing labor.
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34-year-old female, gravida 2, para 1, at 34 weeks gestation with gestational diabetes, clear fluid leakage, mild cramping.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 34-year-old female client who is at 34 weeks of gestation in the antepartum unit. What are the priority nursing actions for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Fetal monitoring, magnesium sulfate for neuroprotection, and monitoring for chorioamnionitis address preterm rupture risks.
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Primigravida at 39 weeks pregnant with easier breathing, frequent urination, and ankle swelling.
Question 3 of 5
A primigravida calls the Labor & Delivery unit and tells the nurse that she is 39 weeks pregnant and that over the past few days, although her breathing has become easier, she now feels the urge to urinate more often and has more swelling in her ankles and feet. The nurse tells the client that she is experiencing what is commonly called:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lightening occurs when the fetus descends into the pelvis, easing breathing but increasing bladder pressure and swelling.
Extract:
3800 gram newborn with meconium aspiration.
Question 4 of 5
A 3800 gram newborn was admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit at 39 weeks with meconium aspiration. Metoclopramide 0.1 mg/kg every 12 hours was started. On hand is Metoclopramide 0.5 mg/ml. What is the appropriate dose the RN will administer in ml in 12 hours?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calculation: 3800 g = 3.8 kg; 3.8 kg x 0.1 mg/kg = 0.38 mg; 0.38 mg / 0.5 mg/mL = 0.76 mL.
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Question 5 of 5
The nurse is aware that which of the following magnesium sulfate levels should be reported to the MD and is most likely to result in toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A magnesium sulfate level of 70 mEq/L is critically high, indicating toxicity risk.