ATI LPN
ATI LPN Maternal Newborn 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a newborn who requires phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend including in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repositioning the newborn every 2 to 3 hours helps ensure uniform exposure to the phototherapy lights, maximizing the effectiveness of the treatment. This prevents uneven distribution of light and reduces the risk of pressure ulcers or skin breakdown from prolonged immobility.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who inquires about available methods of contraception. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse should provide comprehensive and unbiased information about the various methods of contraception available. This involves explaining the pros and cons of each method, effectiveness, potential side effects, and how each method aligns with the client's lifestyle and health needs, allowing the client to make an informed decision.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is at 10 weeks of gestation regarding the purposes of laboratory tests.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Platelet count measures the number of platelets in the blood, essential for clotting. A low count can indicate an increased risk of bleeding, relevant in pregnancy, showing the client understands the test's purpose.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is at 24 weeks of gestation and has opioid use disorder.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Methadone maintenance therapy is a commonly used treatment for opioid use disorder in pregnant women. Methadone helps to manage withdrawal symptoms, reduce cravings, and stabilize the individual, promoting healthier outcomes for both the mother and the baby.
Extract:
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is postpartum and has mastitis.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Continuing to breastfeed is recommended for clients with mastitis. Breastfeeding helps to drain the breast and can speed up recovery. It also helps to prevent complications such as breast abscess and supports continued milk production.