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:
Vacuum extraction birth
Question 2 of 5
While assisting with a vacuum extraction birth, what should the nurse immediately report to the physician?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Persistent fetal bradycardia below 100 bpm indicates potential fetal distress, requiring immediate reporting to ensure fetal safety.
Extract:
Infant with axillary temperature of 35.9C (96.6F)
Question 3 of 5
An infant's axillary temperature is 35.9C (96.6F). The priority nursing action is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The low temperature indicates hypothermia, and placing the infant in a radiant warmer is the priority to stabilize body temperature and prevent complications.
Extract:
Client 2 hours postpartum, vaginal birth, saturated two perineal pads in 30 minutes
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client 2 hours after a spontaneous vaginal birth and the client has saturated two perineal pads with blood in a 30-minute period. Which of the following is the priority nursing intervention at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Palpating the uterine fundus assesses for uterine atony, a common cause of postpartum hemorrhage indicated by excessive bleeding.
Extract:
Client in latent phase of labor for 12 hours, requesting medication to rest
Question 5 of 5
A client in latent phase of labor for the past 12 hours is requesting medication to help her rest.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fentanyl is a fast-acting opioid suitable for pain relief and sedation in labor, with less risk of prolonged effects compared to other options.