ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn Updated 2023 Questions
Extract:
A client who is in labor.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse observes late decelerations of the fetal heart rate on the external fetal monitor. After placing the client in a side-lying position, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering oxygen via a face mask increases fetal oxygenation to address late decelerations (indicating hypoxia), unlike the other options, which don't directly improve oxygen delivery.
Extract:
A client who is at 15 weeks of gestation during a routine prenatal visit.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of a potential complication of pregnancy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: D,E,F
Rationale: Weight loss of 2 kg (
D), elevated heart rate (E), and high urine-specific gravity (H) suggest hyperemesis gravidarum or dehydration, unlike the other mostly normal findings.
Extract:
A client who is in labor and experiences abruptio placenta.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Uterine tenderness is a common symptom of abruptio placentae due to bleeding and irritation behind the placenta, distinguishing it from other conditions. Hypertension may occur but isn't specific, fetal tachycardia can transition to bradycardia as abruption worsens, and leukorrhea is unrelated.
Extract:
A newborn who has jaundice and a new prescription for phototherapy.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Closing the newborn's eyes before applying eyepatches protects them from phototherapy light, unlike the other options: frequent turning isn't needed, lotion blocks light, and glucose water isn't standard.
Extract:
A client who has chosen a diaphragm for birth control.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inserting the diaphragm up to 6 hours before intercourse allows spermicide activation, unlike the other incorrect instructions (leave in 6+ hours, avoid detergent, no lubricant).