ATI LPN
ATI PN Maternal Newborn 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse on the postpartum unit is caring for a client who delivered vaginally 3 hr ago.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following manifestations is a possible indication of postpartum hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An increased respiratory rate of 32/min can be a sign of hypovolemia due to significant blood loss, a key indicator of postpartum hemorrhage.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who inquires about a cervical cap for contraception.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following manifestations is a contraindication for the use of a cervical cap?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A history of toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a contraindication for using a cervical cap due to the increased risk of infection associated with barrier methods.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 41 weeks of gestation.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings can indicate a prenatal complication in this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blurred vision can indicate preeclampsia, a serious condition that can develop in late pregnancy and requires immediate attention.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is postpartum and receiving warfarin for deep-vein thrombosis.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: You should not take oral contraceptives while taking this medication.' is correct. Certain oral contraceptives may increase thrombosis risk or affect warfarin efficacy, requiring discussion with the provider.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who asks about the purpose of a Papanicolaou test.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This test detects the presence of cervical cancer.' is correct. The Pap test screens for abnormal cervical cells that could indicate cancer or precancerous changes.