NCLEX-RN
Maternity RN NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When teaching a primigravid client with diabetes about common causes of hyperglycemia during pregnancy, which of the following would the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Infection can cause hyperglycemia.
Question 2 of 5
A primigravid client with class II heart disease who is visiting the clinic at 8 weeks' gestation tells the nurse that she has been maintaining a low-sodium, 1,800-calorie diet. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased caloric intake supports fetal growth without compromising maternal health.
Question 3 of 5
A multigravid client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy. The nurse anticipates that, because the client's fallopian tube has not yet ruptured, which of the following may be ordered?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Methotrexate is used to treat unruptured ectopic pregnancies.
Question 4 of 5
A 38-year-old client at about 14 weeks' gestation is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of complete hydatidiform mole. Soon after admission, the nurse would assess the client for signs and symptoms of which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pregnancy-induced hypertension is a common complication of hydatidiform mole.
Question 5 of 5
A laboring client at -2 station has a spontaneous rupture of the membranes and a cord immediately protrudes from the vagina. The nurse should first:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gentle pressure prevents cord compression.