ATI LPN
ATI PN Maternal Newborn 2023 II Questions
Extract:
A nurse is collecting data from a newborn who was delivered at 40 weeks of gestation.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is an expected finding when eliciting reflexes from the newborn?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The palmar grasp reflex, where the newborn's fingers curl around the nurse's finger, is an expected and normal finding in newborns, indicating healthy neurological function.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who inquires about a cervical cap for contraception.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should identify that which of the following manifestations is a contraindication for the use of a cervical cap?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: History of toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a contraindication for the use of a cervical cap because the cap can increase the risk of developing TSS again.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching about car seat safety with the guardian of a newborn.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Positioning the newborn's car seat at a 45° angle helps to maintain an open airway and reduces the risk of the baby's head falling forward, which can obstruct breathing.
Extract:
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who received magnesium sulfate to treat preterm labor.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following findings as an indication of magnesium sulfate toxicity?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respiratory rate of 10/min is a critical sign of magnesium sulfate toxicity. Magnesium sulfate can cause respiratory depression, and a rate of 10 breaths per minute or less indicates that the patient may be experiencing toxic effects.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn who had a circumcision 4 hr ago. During a diaper change, the nurse notes bright red blood oozing from the incision.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying gentle pressure using a sterile dry gauze pad is the appropriate action to control bleeding. Applying direct pressure helps to stop the bleeding and allows for proper assessment of the wound.