ATI RN
RN Maternal Nursing OB Newborn 2023 2024 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is the function of the cervix during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A:
To secrete mucus that prevents infection. The cervix acts as a barrier to protect the fetus from potential infections entering the uterus. The mucus produced by the cervix forms a plug that blocks the entry of harmful bacteria, reducing the risk of infection reaching the developing fetus.
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because the cervix primarily functions to provide a protective barrier against infections during pregnancy, rather than solely protecting the fetus from trauma, regulating fetal temperature, or encompassing all functions mentioned in the other options.
Extract:
A nurse on a postpartum unit is caring for a client.
Exhibit 1
Vital Signs
Postpartum Day 3, 0815:
Temperature 38.2° C (100.8° F)
Heart rate 104/min|
Respiratory rate 18/min
BP 108/70 mm Hg
SaO2, 979 on room air
Question 2 of 5
For each finding, click to specity if the finding increases the client's risk for uterine atony or infection.
| finding | Uterine Atony | Infection |
|---|---|---|
| Prenatal anemia | ||
| High parity | ||
| Prolonged rupture of membranes | ||
| Cesarean birth | ||
| Polyhydramnios |
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following hormones is responsible for maintaining the uterine lining during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Progesterone is responsible for maintaining the uterine lining during pregnancy, supporting the developing fetus.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is 4 days postpartum following a
cesarean birth
Nurses: Notes
Today
0800:
Client reports not feeling well with headache, body aches, and
chills. Left breast red and tender with swollen, tender lymph
nodes in the left axilla. Incision edges well-approximated
without erythema or drainage. Small amount of lochia rubra
noted.
0830:
Provider notified of findings. Prescriptions received.
Question 4 of 5
For each potential assessment finding, click to specity if the assessment finding Is consistent with mastitis or endometritis. Each finding may support more than 1 disease process.
| Assessment Findings | Mastitis | Endometritis |
|---|---|---|
| Foul-smelling lochia | ||
| Painful, tender breast | ||
| Temperature | ||
| Chilis |
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 16 hr old. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Substernal retractions are a sign of respiratory distress in newborns and require immediate medical attention to ensure proper oxygenation.