NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Maternal Neonatal Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When assessing a 34-year-old multigravid client at 34 weeks' gestation experiencing moderate vaginal bleeding, which of the following would most likely alert the nurse that placenta previa is present?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Painless vaginal bleeding is characteristic of placenta previa.
Question 2 of 5
After teaching a diabetic primigravida about symptoms of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, the nurse determines that the client understands the instruction when she says that hyperglycemia may be manifested by which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dehydration is a symptom of hyperglycemia.
Question 3 of 5
While assessing a primigravid client admitted at 36 weeks' gestation, the nurse observes multiple bruises on the client's face, neck, and abdomen. When asked about the bruises, the client admits that her boyfriend beats her now and then and says, 'I want to leave him because I'm afraid he will hurt the baby.' Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suspected domestic violence requires referral to a social worker to provide resources (e.g., shelters, counseling) and ensure maternal-fetal safety. Advising immediate leaving is impractical, fetal movement assessment is secondary, and reporting to the supervisor does not directly help the client.
Question 4 of 5
A 16-year-old client at 34 weeks' gestation, who is being monitored at home with home nursing visits, is diagnosed with mild preeclampsia and has gained 2 lb in the past week. Her current blood pressure is 144/92 mm Hg. Which assessment finding would require further action by the home health nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Significant proteinuria suggests worsening preeclampsia.
Question 5 of 5
A 39-year-old multigravid client at 39 weeks' gestation admitted to the hospital in active labor has been diagnosed with class II heart disease. To ensure cardiac emptying and adequate oxygenation during labor, the nurse plans to encourage the client to do which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For class II heart disease, a side-lying position with head elevation reduces cardiac strain by optimizing venous return and oxygenation. Slow breathing is helpful but less specific, avoiding analgesics may increase stress, and local anesthesia is unrelated to cardiac emptying.