ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn 5 Questions
Extract:
A woman in her first trimester
Question 1 of 5
When assessing a woman in her first trimester, which emotional response would the nurse most likely expect to find?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: First trimester hormonal fluctuations often lead to emotional lability, with rapid mood changes being a typical response.
Extract:
A pregnant woman
Question 2 of 5
During a prenatal visit, a pregnant woman says, 'I know the amniotic fluid is important, but can you tell me more about it?' When describing amniotic fluid to a pregnant woman, which description would the nurse most likely include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amniotic fluid cushions the fetus against injury, a primary protective function, making this the most accurate description.
Extract:
A client who is diagnosed with gestational hypertension and is receiving magnesium sulfate
Question 3 of 5
A client is diagnosed with gestational hypertension and is receiving magnesium sulfate. Which finding would the nurse interpret as indicating a therapeutic level of medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deep tendon reflexes at 2+ indicate a therapeutic magnesium level, balancing seizure prevention without toxicity.
Extract:
A pregnant woman who has undergone genetic testing informs the nurse that her baby will be born with Down syndrome
Question 4 of 5
While talking with a pregnant woman who has undergone genetic testing, the woman informs the nurse that her baby will be born with Down syndrome. The nurse understands that Down syndrome is an example of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Down syndrome is caused by trisomy 21, an extra chromosome 21, classifying it as a trisomy numeric abnormality.
Extract:
A 22-year-old homeless woman seeking pregnancy confirmation, 12-week gestational uterus, BP 110/70, BMI 17.5, admits to using cocaine, has history of early pregnancy losses
Question 5 of 5
A 22-year-old homeless woman arrives at a walk-in clinic seeking pregnancy confirmation. The nurse notes on assessment a 12-week gestational uterus, a BP of 110/70, a BMI of 17.5. The client admits to using cocaine a few times. She has been pregnant before and indicates she 'loses them early.' What characteristics place the client in the high-risk pregnancy category? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E,F
Rationale: Homelessness, low BMI, lack of prenatal care, and history of miscarriages increase risks for complications like preterm birth and low birth weight.