ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Midterm Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A pregnant woman with a maternal condition.
Question 1 of 5
What maternal condition always requires delivery by cesarean section?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Total placenta previa blocks the cervix, necessitating cesarean, unlike partial abruptio, ectopic pregnancy, or eclampsia, which may allow vaginal delivery.
Extract:
A laboring woman.
Question 2 of 5
What is the cause of early decelerations in the fetal heart rate (FHR) of a laboring woman?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early decelerations result from fetal head compression during contractions, unlike cord compression, insufficiency, or membrane rupture, which cause other patterns.
Extract:
A 15-year-old being taught about genital tract infection prevention.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should include which information when teaching a 15-year old about genital tract infection prevention? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: A,B,E,F
Rationale: Wet bathing suits, douching, high sugar, and tight jeans promote infections, while cotton underwear and avoiding scented products reduce risk.
Extract:
None specified.
Question 4 of 5
What is the result of a nonstress test (NST) in which two or more fetal heart rate (FHR) accelerations of 15 beats/min or more occur with fetal movement in a 20-minute period?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Two or more accelerations define a reactive NST, indicating fetal health, unlike nonreactive, positive, or negative, which apply to other tests.
Question 5 of 5
Which analysis of maternal serum may predict chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Multiple-marker screening tests serum for markers like alpha-fetoprotein to estimate chromosomal abnormality risks, unlike other options.