ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which interventions are appropriate when managing a prolapsed umbilical cord during labor? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: A: The knee-chest position relieves pressure on the umbilical cord, improving fetal blood flow. D: Administering oxygen to the mother increases oxygen delivery to the fetus.
Extract:
A newborn is assessed and found to be jaundiced at 24 hours old.
Question 2 of 5
A newborn is assessed and found to be jaundiced at 24 hours old. What is the significance of this finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Jaundice within the first 24 hours suggests possible hemolysis or infection, requiring immediate medical attention.
Extract:
A 28-year-old female at 24 weeks gestation. The client reports feeling fatigued and has a history of mild anemia. She works as a cashier, which requires prolonged standing. She has two cats at home and consumes 2 cups of coffee daily. The client denies any recent illness or infections. Vital Signs: Temperature: 37.2°C (99.0°F), Heart rate: 82/min, Respiratory rate: 16/min, Blood pressure: 114/68 mm. Medical History: Hemoglobin: 10.8 g/dL (slightly low).
Question 3 of 5
For each client finding, click to specify if the finding is a biophysical, psychosocial, or environmental risk factor that increases the client’s risk for pregnancy complications.
| Finding | Biophysical | Psychosocial | Environmental |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound result. | |||
| Caffeine intake. | |||
| Job (cashier). | |||
| Pets (cats). | |||
| Medical history (anemia). |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: A: Ultrasound result (Biophysical). B: Caffeine intake (Biophysical). C: Job (cashier) (Psychosocial, Environmental). D: Pets (cats) (Environmental). E: Medical history (anemia) (Biophysical).
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a common respiratory anomaly associated with preterm birth?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neonatal respiratory distress syndrome (NRDS) is common in preterm infants due to insufficient surfactant production.
Question 5 of 5
When teaching a prenatal class, the nurse realizes that some of the material must be reviewed when one of the dads says that many sexually transmitted infections are transmissible during delivery. The mother might need a cesarean section at the time of delivery to avoid transmission through breastfeeding. Which of the following statements is true?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Some STIs, such as herpes and HIV, can be transmitted during vaginal delivery, posing a risk to the newborn.