ATI LPN
ATI LPN Maternal Newborn 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who had a vaginal delivery 4 hr ago and reports perineal pain of 6 on a scale of 0 to 10.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering an ice pack reduces inflammation and numbs the perineal area, providing effective pain relief in the immediate postpartum period after vaginal delivery.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is pregnant and has a vaginal culture that is positive for chlamydia.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Amoxicillin is a safe and effective antibiotic for treating chlamydia in pregnant women, avoiding tetracyclines which are contraindicated due to fetal risks.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about preventing mastitis with a client who is breastfeeding.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a breast pump prevents engorgement when returning to work, reducing mastitis risk by maintaining milk flow and supply.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching about home safety with a client who is postpartum. In which of the following positions should the nurse instruct the client to place their newborn in the crib?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing the newborn supine reduces the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), ensuring optimal airway patency and safety during sleep.
Extract:
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is at 26 weeks of gestation and whose last appointment was 1 month ago.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Double vision can indicate preeclampsia or other serious conditions in pregnancy, requiring prompt reporting for further evaluation and management.