ATI LPN
ATI LPN Maternal Newborn 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is in labor and has received nalbuphine hydrochloride.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nalbuphine hydrochloride is an opioid analgesic used for pain relief during labor. Sedation is a common adverse effect of opioid medications, including nalbuphine, due to central nervous system depression, leading to drowsiness and decreased consciousness.
Extract:
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a newborn who requires phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching about home safety with a client who is postpartum. In which of the following positions should the nurse instruct the client to place their newborn in the crib?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing the newborn supine reduces the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), ensuring optimal airway patency and safety during sleep.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about various contraceptive methods. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oral contraceptives, particularly combined ones, decrease endometrial cancer risk, an important benefit to include in teaching about contraception.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the facility protocol about newborn identification and safety with a new parent. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: It's crucial for parents to verify the identity of anyone who comes to take their baby out of the room. This helps ensure the baby's safety and prevents unauthorized individuals from taking the baby. Hospital staff usually wear identification badges, and parents should be encouraged to ask for and verify this identification.