ATI RN
ATI Maternity Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Preeclampsia cure.
Question 1 of 5
What is the only known cure for preeclampsia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Delivery of the fetus is the only cure for preeclampsia, resolving the placental dysfunction causing the condition.
Extract:
Preterm lung surfactant production.
Question 2 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:
Low birth weight classification.
Question 3 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:
Maternal condition.
Question 4 of 5
Which maternal condition always necessitates delivery by cesarean section?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Total placenta previa, where the placenta fully covers the cervix, requires cesarean delivery due to the risk of severe hemorrhage with vaginal delivery.
Extract:
Adllent, 1 day postpartum, is being monitored after a postpartum hemorrhage.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse report to the obstetrician?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A drop in hematocrit of 6% since admission is a significant change that suggests anemia due to excessive blood loss, which should be reported to the obstetrician immediately.