ATI RN
ATI Maternity Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Low birth weight classification.
Question 1 of 5
What is low birth weight classified as?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low birth weight is defined as 2500g or less at birth, regardless of gestational age, indicating increased health risks.
Extract:
A woman who is 8 months pregnant is brought to the emergency department after a serious motor vehicle crash.
Question 2 of 5
Although she has no apparent injuries, she is admitted to the hospital for observation for which complication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abruptio placentae is a life-threatening condition triggered by trauma, causing placental separation, which requires immediate observation due to risks of severe bleeding and fetal distress.
Extract:
Preterm lung surfactant production.
Question 3 of 5
Decreased surfactant production in the preterm lung is a problem because surfactant
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Surfactant prevents alveolar collapse during expiration, aiding breathing in preterm infants with immature lungs.
Extract:
Assessing a full-term, quiet, alert newborn.
Question 4 of 5
While assessing the newborn, the nurse should be aware that the average expected apical pulse range of a full-term, quiet, alert newborn is __ beats/min.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The normal apical pulse range for a full-term, quiet, alert newborn is 120 to 160 beats per minute, reflecting their high metabolic rate and oxygen demand.
Extract:
A woman recovering following a first trimester spontaneous abortion.
Question 5 of 5
A woman is recovering at the gynecologist's office following a first trimester spontaneous abortion. At this time, it is essential for the nurse to check which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking maternal blood type is critical to identify Rh incompatibility and administer RhoGAM if needed to prevent future complications.