ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternity Final 23D Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What are possible complications of prematurity in babies? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Prematurity increases risks of cerebral palsy (brain damage), learning disabilities (developmental delays), retinopathy (abnormal retinal blood vessels), and apnea (immature respiratory control). Color blindness is typically genetic, not related to prematurity.
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Newborn following delivery
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a new mother about the purpose of administering vitamin K to her newborn following delivery. The nurse should explain that the purpose of administering vitamin K is to prevent which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vitamin K prevents bleeding (hemorrhagic disease of the newborn) by aiding clotting factor synthesis, as newborns have low vitamin K levels. It does not prevent infection, hyperbilirubinemia, or potassium deficiency.
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Newborn
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn. How many blood vessels should the nurse expect to observe in the newborn's umbilical cord?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The umbilical cord typically has two arteries and one vein. The vein carries oxygenated blood to the fetus, and the arteries return deoxygenated blood. Other configurations are rare and often associated with anomalies.
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Question 4 of 5
What are the signs and symptoms of Thalassemia? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Slow growth and fatigue are common symptoms of thalassemia due to anemia from reduced hemoglobin production, affecting oxygen delivery and growth. Hematoma and pruritus are not typical symptoms, though bleeding risks or iron overload side effects may occur but are less direct.
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Breastfed newborn diagnosed with galactosemia
Question 5 of 5
A breastfed newborn has just been diagnosed with galactosemia. The therapeutic management for this newborn is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Galactosemia requires stopping breastfeeding to avoid galactose accumulation, which can cause liver damage and other issues. Other options do not address the metabolic defect or worsen the condition.