ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Early postpartum woman
Question 1 of 5
Which maternal event is abnormal in the early postpartum period?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Extreme hunger and thirst may indicate abnormal blood sugar levels or metabolic issues, requiring further evaluation, unlike the other normal postpartum events.
Extract:
Newborn, signs of diaphoresis, jitteriness, lethargy
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn and observes signs of diaphoresis, jitteriness, and lethargy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: These symptoms suggest hypoglycemia, and obtaining a blood glucose level via heel stick is the priority to confirm and guide treatment.
Extract:
2-day-old newborn
Question 3 of 5
The nurse explains to the parents of a 2-day-old newborn that decreased life span of neonatal red blood cells has contributed to which complication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The increased breakdown of neonatal red blood cells, which have a shorter lifespan, produces bilirubin, leading to hyperbilirubinemia and potential jaundice.
Extract:
Client 2 hours postpartum, vaginal birth
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 hours postpartum following a vaginal birth. Which of the following findings indicates the client's bladder is distended?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A fundus palpable to the right of midline suggests a distended bladder, which can displace the uterus from its normal position.
Extract:
Laboring woman
Question 5 of 5
The most appropriate time for the nurse to encourage a laboring woman to push is during
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The second stage of labor, when the cervix is fully dilated, is the appropriate time to push, as contractions are strong and effective for delivery.