ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn 2023 III Questions
Extract:
A nurse is admitting a patient to the birthing unit who reports her contractions started 1 hour ago. The nurse determines the patient is 80% effaced and 8 cm dilated.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse realizes that the patient is at risk for which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rapid labor progression (80% effaced, 8 cm in 1 hour) increases postpartum hemorrhage risk due to potential uterine atony.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a patient who is 6 hours postpartum and has endometritis.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Uterine tenderness is a hallmark of endometritis, an inflammation of the uterine lining often post-delivery.
Extract:
A nurse on the postpartum unit is caring for four patients.
Question 3 of 5
For which of the following patients should the nurse notify the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Absent deep tendon reflexes in a patient on magnesium sulfate indicate magnesium toxicity, requiring immediate provider notification.
Extract:
A nurse is planning care for a patient who is 12 hours postpartum and has a third-degree perineal laceration.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Witch hazel pads reduce inflammation and promote healing, suitable for a third-degree laceration postpartum.
Extract:
A nurse in a clinic is caring for an adolescent patient who requests a prescription for birth control.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following questions should the nurse ask?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking what the adolescent knows about contraception ensures informed decision-making and guides tailored education.