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 new mother about breastfeeding.
Question 2 of 5
A lactation consultant is conducting a teaching session with a new mother about breastfeeding. Which of the client responses would indicate the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Washing breasts with soap can cause dryness and cracking, increasing infection risk, indicating a need for further teaching.
Extract:
A client who is breastfeeding and concerned her baby is not getting enough food since her milk has not come in.
Question 3 of 5
A client who is breastfeeding tells her nurse that she is concerned that her baby is not getting enough food since her milk has not come in. The best response from the nurse is which statement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Informing the client that milk typically comes in around day three provides factual reassurance and addresses her concern.
Extract:
A client who is 1 hr postpartum following a vaginal birth of a newborn weighing 9 lb 6 oz (4252 g).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 hr postpartum following a vaginal birth of a newborn weighing 9 lb 6 oz. (4252 g). The nurse should recognize that this client is at risk for which postpartum complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A macrosomic infant increases the risk of uterine atony due to overstretching, potentially leading to postpartum hemorrhage.
Extract:
Client AA, 25-year-old G5P3, 0800, HR 102, BP 100/50, T 99.8, fundus 1 cm above umbilicus, firm, lochia rubra heavy with clots, history of preeclampsia and gestational diabetes.
Question 5 of 5
The nursing priority is to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heavy lochia with clots indicates potential postpartum hemorrhage; fundal massage is critical to promote uterine contraction and control bleeding.