ATI RN
Maternal Newborn ATI Assessment Focused Review Questions
Extract:
Postpartum client with breast engorgement
Question 1 of 5
True or False. For breast engorgement, do fresh cabbage leaves placed inside the bra can help alleviate pain associated with breast engorgement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fresh cabbage leaves' cooling and anti-inflammatory properties relieve engorgement pain, a valid complementary remedy when used correctly.
Extract:
Newborn who is 24 hr old
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a newborn who is 24 hr old. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hemoglobin of 12 g/dL is low for a newborn (normal 14-24 g/dL), suggesting anemia, requiring reporting; other values are normal.
Extract:
Client 8 hr post-vaginal birth with episiotomy pain
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports unrelieved episiotomy pain 8 hr following a vaginal birth. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ice packs reduce swelling and pain within 24 hours post-episiotomy, unlike sitz baths (after 24 hours), antiseptics, or heat (increases swelling).
Extract:
Postpartum client at risk for deep-vein thrombosis
Question 4 of 5
A postpartum complication a client is at risk for is deep-vein thrombosis. Which of the following is a factor strongly associated with this postpartum complication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cesarean birth increases DVT risk due to immobility and vascular trauma, unlike arthritis, hypotension, or atony, which are unrelated.
Extract:
Client in active labor with early decelerations
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in active labor. The nurse notes early decelerations of the FHR on the fetal monitor tracing. The nurse should identify that which of the following conditions causes early decelerations in the FHR?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Early decelerations result from head compression during contractions, triggering a vagal response, unlike hypoxemia, cord issues, or placental insufficiency.