ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Midterm Questions
Extract:
A pregnant woman with gestational diabetes mellitus
Question 1 of 5
What are the maternal and neonatal risks associated with gestational diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: GDM increases risks of maternal preeclampsia and fetal macrosomia due to glucose imbalances. Other options are unrelated complications.
Extract:
A 15-year-old regarding genital tract infection prevention
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should include which information when teaching a 15-year old about genital tract infection prevention? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: A,B,E,F
Rationale: Wet suits, douching, high sugar, and tight clothing promote infections by fostering bacteria or irritation. Nylon traps moisture, and scented salts irritate, increasing risk.
Extract:
A laboring woman with early decelerations in FHR
Question 3 of 5
What is the cause of early decelerations in the fetal heart rate (FHR) of a laboring woman?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early decelerations result from head compression during contractions, a benign response. Other causes produce different patterns.
Extract:
A woman diagnosed with acute pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Question 4 of 5
Care management of a woman diagnosed with acute pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) most likely would include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PID is a bacterial infection requiring antibiotics for a full course, not just until symptoms subside. Antivirals are ineffective, and frequent pelvic exams may worsen inflammation. Bed rest in a semi-Fowler position aids drainage and reduces pain, supporting recovery.
Extract:
Contraction stress test (CST)
Question 5 of 5
What should a nurse know about the contraction stress test (CST) when providing care for the antepartum woman?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A negative CST (no late decelerations) is reassuring. Vibroacoustic stimulation is for NST, CST is non-invasive, and it's contraindicated with ruptured membranes.