ATI LPN
ATI PN Maternal Newborn 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who reports discomfort due to afterpains following breastfeeding.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering ibuprofen is effective for pain relief due to its anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce the discomfort associated with afterpains by alleviating uterine contractions.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 39 weeks of gestation and is in active labor. The nurse notes maternal exposure to rubella during pregnancy.
Question 2 of 5
After delivery, the nurse should monitor the newborn for which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Deafness is a known congenital defect associated with rubella syndrome from maternal exposure during pregnancy.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 41 weeks of gestation.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings can indicate a prenatal complication in this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blurred vision can indicate preeclampsia, a serious condition that can develop in late pregnancy and requires immediate attention.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about perineal care to a client who is 2 hr postpartum and has an episiotomy and hemorrhoids.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: I will apply witch hazel pads after urination.' is correct. Witch hazel soothes the perineal area and reduces discomfort.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn who had a circumcision 4 hr ago. During a diaper change, the nurse notes bright red blood oozing from the incision.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Applying gentle pressure using a sterile dry gauze pad is the correct action to control bleeding from the circumcision site.