NCLEX-PN
Maternal NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The RN and the student nurse are caring for the postpartum client who is 16 hours postdelivery. The RN evaluates that the student needs more education about uterine assessment when the student is observed doing which activity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For uterine assessment, the client should be positioned in a supine position so the height of the uterus is not influenced by an elevated position. When beginning the assessment, one hand should be placed at the base of the uterus just above the symphysis pubis to support the lower uterine segment. This prevents the inadvertent inversion of the uterus during palpation. Once the lower hand is in place, the fundus of the uterus can be gently palpated. The abdomen should be observed prior to palpation for contour to detect distention and for the appearance of striae or a diastasis.
Question 2 of 5
The client tells the nurse that she is using cocoa butter on her abdomen to prevent stretch marks. Which is the most accurate response from the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cocoa butter is an emollient and provides moisture to the skin, thereby decreasing the itching associated with stretching of the skin as the abdomen enlarges. Cocoa butter does not prevent striae gravidarum. Cocoa butter does not decrease the incidence of striae gravidarum. Cocoa butter does not prevent the appearance of linea nigra.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement by the client indicates understanding of prenatal education?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting decreased fetal movement is critical, as it may indicate fetal distress, showing the client understands key prenatal education.
Question 4 of 5
After gathering further information about the edema, the nurse advises the client to limit the intake of which substance?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Limiting sodium intake helps reduce fluid retention, which contributes to edema in pregnancy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse encourages which activity to reduce stress during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prenatal yoga promotes relaxation and reduces stress, supporting maternal mental health during pregnancy.