NCLEX-PN
Maternal NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which method best promotes client comfort during the pelvic examination?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Letting the knees fall outward relaxes the pelvic muscles, reducing discomfort during the pelvic examination.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse encourages which activity to reduce stress during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prenatal yoga promotes relaxation and reduces stress, supporting maternal mental health during pregnancy.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer 2 mg hydromorphone hydrochloride to the client who is 28 hours post—cesarean section. The medication available is in a concentration of 4 mg/mL. How many milliliters should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 0.5 mL
Rationale: (2 mg / 4 mg) x 1 mL = 0.5 mL. The nurse should administer 0.5 mL hydromorphone hydrochloride (Dilaudid).
Question 4 of 5
When the client asks why folic acid is important, which response by the nurse is most accurate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Folic acid is critical for preventing neural tube defects like spina bifida by supporting early fetal development.
Question 5 of 5
The laboring client tells the nurse that she wants to avoid an episiotomy if possible. Which response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This statement is best. An episiotomy may be used in some circumstances but is usually avoided if possible. Use of episiotomy increases (not reduces) perineal trauma and increases healing time. Use of episiotomy is not routine, does not decrease pelvic floor damage, and may increase the severity of the trauma. Having the client tell the nurse more about her concerns regarding episiotomy is unnecessary and avoids responding to the client’s comment.