ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Midterm Questions
Extract:
A woman who has had a mastectomy
Question 1 of 5
What important, immediate postoperative care practice should the nurse remember when caring for a woman who has had a mastectomy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Post-mastectomy, the affected arm is at risk for lymphedema due to lymph node removal. Using it for BP cuffs, venipuncture, or IV therapy can increase swelling or infection risk. The arm should be elevated and exercised gently, not immobilized.
Extract:
A primigravida being monitored for preeclampsia
Question 2 of 5
A primigravida is being monitored in her prenatal clinic for preeclampsia. What finding should concern her nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Proteinuria (3+ on dipstick) indicates renal impairment, a hallmark of preeclampsia. BP below 140/90, edema, and modest weight gain are less concerning.
Extract:
A pregnant woman at 32 weeks complaining of dizziness, light-headedness, pale and moist skin
Question 3 of 5
What should the nurse do first if a pregnant woman at 32 weeks of gestation complains of feeling dizzy and light-headed while her fundal height is being measured and her skin is pale and moist?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Turning to the side relieves supine hypotensive syndrome, improving blood flow. Other actions may worsen symptoms or delay intervention.
Extract:
A woman at risk for gestational diabetes mellitus
Question 4 of 5
Which factor is known to increase the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Previous large infant suggests prior glucose issues, increasing GDM risk. Underweight, type 2 diabetes (not GDM), and young age are not risk factors.
Extract:
Maternal serum analysis
Question 5 of 5
Which analysis of maternal serum may predict chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Multiple-marker screening tests maternal serum for markers like AFP and hCG to estimate risks of Down syndrome and other chromosomal issues. Other tests assess different aspects.