ATI LPN
ATI LPN N105 Maternity Exam Questions
Extract:
Pregnant woman at 8 weeks of gestation
Question 1 of 5
What is the most accurate response from a nurse when a pregnant woman having an ultrasound at 8 weeks of gestation asks if she may learn her expectant child's sex?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: At 8 weeks, sex organs are not yet developed enough to be visible on ultrasound. External genitalia become distinguishable later, typically around 12-14 weeks.
Extract:
Client at 8 weeks of gestation
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is 8 weeks of gestation about healthy lifestyle practices during pregnancy. Which of the following client statements indicate an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking a prenatal vitamin daily ensures essential nutrients like folic acid and iron. A ketogenic diet is not recommended, 6 glasses of water is insufficient, and 1,000 extra calories is excessive for early pregnancy.
Extract:
Patient during pregnancy
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching the patient how to prevent backaches during pregnancy. Which of the following self-care measures should the patient take? (Select All that Apply).
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Avoiding lumbar curve exaggeration and wearing low-heeled shoes help maintain posture and reduce back strain. Exercises like pelvic rocking are beneficial, and cold compresses or canes are not standard recommendations.
Extract:
Client at 6 weeks of gestation who smokes one pack of cigarettes per day
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is at 6 weeks of gestation. The client tells the nurse that she smokes one pack of cigarettes per day. The nurse should instruct the client that her newborn is at increased risk for which of the following clinical manifestations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking during pregnancy increases the risk of low birth weight due to restricted fetal growth from impaired placental function. Other outcomes are less directly linked.
Extract:
Couple having unprotected intercourse 3 days before ovulation
Question 5 of 5
When a couple has unprotected sexual intercourse 3 days before the woman ovulates, the risk of the woman becoming pregnant is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The risk is uncertain because sperm can survive up to 5 days, potentially fertilizing the egg after ovulation, which lasts about 24 hours. The fertile period includes days before ovulation.