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 in a prenatal clinic is reinforcing teaching with a client about expected physiological changes during pregnancy.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: I may develop discoloration on my cheeks from hormonal changes.' is correct. This refers to melasma, a common physiological change due to hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy.
Extract:
A nurse in a prenatal clinic is collecting data from four clients.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dysuria, or painful urination, may indicate a urinary tract infection or another serious condition that requires prompt medical attention to prevent complications.
Extract:
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is experiencing an unruptured ectopic pregnancy that is at 8 weeks of gestation.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following medications should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Methotrexate is used to treat an unruptured ectopic pregnancy by dissolving the ectopic tissue, allowing it to be reabsorbed by the body.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 9 weeks of gestation and reports nausea in the morning that continues until midafternoon.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse encourage the client to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Eating dry, bland foods in the morning, such as crackers or toast, can help manage morning sickness by settling the stomach before getting out of bed.