ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a client who is 3 days postpartum.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cool, clammy skin suggests postpartum hemorrhage or shock and requires immediate reporting. Other findings are normal for 3 days postpartum.
Extract:
A nurse is planning care immediately following birth for a newborn who has a myelomeningocele that is leaking cerebrospinal fluid.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Broad-spectrum antibiotics prevent infection due to CSF leakage. Surgery is urgent (not delayed 72 hours), povidone-iodine isn't standard, and temperature monitoring isn't the priority.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn who has jaundice and a new prescription for phototherapy.
Question 3 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 providing teaching to a client who is 2 days postpartum and wants to continue using her diaphragm for contraception.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Refitting is necessary postpartum due to potential vaginal changes. Oil-based lubricants damage diaphragms, 6 hours is standard post-intercourse, and sterile water isn't used for storage.
Extract:
A nurse is examining the medical record of a client who gave birth vaginally two days ago and is experiencing constipation.
Question 5 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.