NCLEX-RN
Maternity NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When developing the collaborative plan of care with the health care provider for a multigravid client at 10 weeks' gestation with a history of cardiac disease who was being treated with digitalis therapy before this pregnancy, the nurse should instruct the client about which of the following regarding the client's drug therapy regimen?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Digitalis dosage typically remains the same during pregnancy.
Question 2 of 5
A primiparous client who will be bottle-feeding her neonate asks, "What is the best position for the baby after feeding?" Which of the following positions should the nurse recommend to aid digestion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting upright after feeding aids digestion by allowing gravity to keep formula in the stomach.
Question 3 of 5
A neonate born at 29 weeks' gestation received nasal continuous positive airway pressure. The neonate is receiving oxygen at 1 L/minute via nasal cannula at a fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO₂) of 0.23. The pulse oximetry reading is 70% saturation. In which order of priority from first to last should the nurse take these actions?
Order the Items
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Correct Answer: B,C,D,A
Rationale: First, ensure the pulse oximeter is accurate (
B).
Then, assess clinical signs like color (
C) and respiratory effort (
D). Finally, adjust $\mathrm{FiO}_2$ (
A) if needed based on findings.
Question 4 of 5
A 25-year-old primiparous client who delivered a viable neonate 2 hours ago has decided to breast-feed her neonate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse address as the highest priority in the teaching plan about preventing nipple soreness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Proper latch with the areola in the baby's mouth prevents nipple soreness by reducing trauma.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following indicates successful latch-on during a breast-feeding session?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flanged lips indicate a proper latch, ensuring effective milk transfer and preventing nipple trauma.