ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn 2023 III Questions
Extract:
A nurse is performing an initial assessment of a newborn who was delivered with a nuchal cord.
Question 1 of 5
What clinical findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Facial petechiae result from pressure on the face and neck from a nuchal cord, a common finding in such deliveries.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 2 hours old.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings is an indication of hypoglycemia? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B, D
Rationale: Temperature instability and hypotonia are signs of hypoglycemia, affecting thermoregulation and muscle tone due to low blood sugar.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client experiencing infertility who is requesting in vitro fertilization.
Question 3 of 5
What information should the nurse provide to the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informing the client about the possible need for reduction of multiple fetuses addresses the common IVF risk of multiple pregnancies, requiring potential intervention.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for metronidazole 250 mg PO three times daily. Available is metronidazole 500 mg tablets.
Question 4 of 5
How many tablet(s) should the nurse plan to administer per dose?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calculation: 250 mg ÷ 500 mg/tablet = 0.5 tablet per dose, ensuring the correct dosage is administered.
Extract:
A nurse is planning care immediately following birth for a newborn who has a myelomeningocele that is leaking cerebrospinal fluid.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering broad-spectrum antibiotics prevents infection from CSF leakage, a critical step before urgent surgical closure.