ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Midterm Questions
Extract:
A pregnant woman at 10 weeks who jogs 3-4 times per week
Question 1 of 5
What should the nurse tell a pregnant woman at 10 weeks of gestation who jogs 3 or 4 times per week and is concerned about the effect of exercise on the fetus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Jogging is safe early but may need adjustment later due to physical changes. Stopping or switching prematurely is unnecessary, and no modification ignores risks.
Extract:
A woman older than 35 years
Question 2 of 5
What is the main reason why a woman who is older than 35 years may have difficulty achieving pregnancy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aging reduces ovarian reserve and egg quality, lowering fertility. Other factors are less significant.
Extract:
Exposure to sexually transmitted infections
Question 3 of 5
Examples of sexual risk behaviors associated with exposure to a sexually transmitted infection (STI) include: (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Multiple partners, unprotected anal intercourse, and oral sex increase STI risk by exposing mucous membranes to pathogens. Abstinence eliminates risk, and dry kissing does not transmit STIs.
Extract:
A pregnant woman with abruptio placentae
Question 4 of 5
The most prevalent clinical manifestation of abruptio placentae (as opposed to placenta previa) is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intense abdominal pain is characteristic of abruptio placentae due to blood irritating uterine nerves. Placenta previa typically causes painless bleeding, and cramping or uterine activity is less specific.
Extract:
A woman who has had a mastectomy
Question 5 of 5
What important, immediate postoperative care practice should the nurse remember when caring for a woman who has had a mastectomy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Post-mastectomy, the affected arm is at risk for lymphedema due to lymph node removal. Using it for BP cuffs, venipuncture, or IV therapy can increase swelling or infection risk. The arm should be elevated and exercised gently, not immobilized.