ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Quiz Questions
Extract:
A new nurse discussing the need to support the lower uterine segment.
Question 1 of 5
When discussing the need to support the lower uterine segment, which statement by the new nurse indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supporting the lower uterine segment is necessary due to stretched ligaments post-delivery, which can weaken uterine support.
Extract:
A 25-year-old woman who gave birth to her second child 6 hours ago, reporting increased bleeding compared to her previous birth.
Question 2 of 5
A 25 year-old woman gave birth to her second child 6 hours ago. She informs the nurse that she is bleeding more than with her previous birth experience. The initial nursing action is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the fundus for firmness and location is critical to identify uterine atony, a common cause of postpartum hemorrhage.
Extract:
A client who is postpartum.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following clients is most likely to complain of afterbirth pains during her postpartum period?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Multiparous clients with large babies (G3P2, 9lb) experience stronger afterbirth pains due to repeated uterine stretching and involution.
Extract:
A client who is four hours postpartum with temperature 39°C (102.2°F), pulse 96 beats per minute, respirations 18 breaths per minute.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is four hours postpartum. Her temperature is 39 C (102.2F), pulse 96 beats per minute, and respirations 18 breaths per minute. Based on this information, which of these orders is most appropriate for treating the client at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) reduces fever, addressing the elevated temperature effectively.
Extract:
A patient who delivered vaginally 48 hours ago.
Question 5 of 5
You are assessing a patient who delivered vaginally 48 hours ago. At this time, where would you expect to feel her fundus?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The fundus descends approximately 1 cm daily; at 48 hours postpartum, it should be 2 cm below the umbilicus.