ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who has bladder distention following a vaginal birth.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assisting the client to the bathroom is the least invasive first step to encourage natural voiding. Catheterization and other interventions follow if this fails.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn who has jaundice and a new prescription for phototherapy.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Closing the eyes before applying eyepatches protects them from phototherapy light. Turning isn't critical, lotion blocks light, and glucose water isn't indicated.
Extract:
A nurse is examining the medical record of a client who gave birth vaginally two days ago and is experiencing constipation.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following conditions should the nurse recognize as a contraindication for the use of a suppository?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A third-degree laceration extends to the anal sphincter, making suppository use risky due to potential injury or infection. Other conditions don't contraindicate suppositories.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is hypotensive following the administration of epidural anesthesia.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Turning to a side-lying position (preferably left) improves blood flow and corrects hypotension from epidural anesthesia. Other actions don't address this cause.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a patient immediately following the delivery of a stillborn fetus.
Question 5 of 5
What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Providing photos of the fetus supports memory-making and aids in the grieving process after a stillbirth. An autopsy is optional, time with the fetus should be based on parental wishes, and naming the fetus is not legally required.