ATI RN
ATI NUR 207 Maternal Newborn Exam Questions
Extract:
Newborn delivered via cesarean 1 hour ago, jittery, lethargic, poor feeding, poor suck, jaundice, loose stool, bilirubin 15 mg/dL, glucose 45 mg/dL.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize for this newborn? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Phototherapy treats jaundice. B: IV dextrose corrects hypoglycemia. D: Frequent feeding reduces bilirubin and stabilizes glucose.
Extract:
Client with a new prescription for a combined oral contraceptive (COC).
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client who has a new prescription for a combined oral contraceptive (COC). The nurse recognizes that which of the following client medications can interfere with the effectiveness of the COC?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anticonvulsants induce liver enzymes, reducing COC effectiveness by increasing metabolism.
Extract:
Client 3 weeks postpartum, reporting feeling 'down,' sad, no energy, and wanting to cry.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is caring for a client who is 3 weeks postpartum following the birth of a healthy newborn. The client reports feeling 'down' and sad, having no energy, and wanting to cry. Which of the following is a priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing for thoughts of harming the newborn is critical to identify severe postpartum depression or psychosis.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is aware that which type of heat loss in newborns occurs through direct contact with a cooler surface?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conduction heat loss occurs via direct contact with a cooler surface, like a cold mattress.
Extract:
Breastfeeding mother at risk for mastitis.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge teaching about the possibility of mastitis to a mother who is breastfeeding. Which statement by the client indicates a need for MORE teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antibiotics for mastitis require a full 10-14 day course to prevent recurrence, indicating a need for further teaching.