ATI LPN
ATI LPN Maternal Newborn 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is pregnant and has a vaginal culture that is positive for chlamydia.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Amoxicillin is a safe and effective antibiotic for treating chlamydia in pregnant women, avoiding tetracyclines which are contraindicated due to fetal risks.
Extract:
Question 2 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.
Extract:
A nurse in an obstetric clinic is caring for four clients.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should identify that an intrauterine device is contraindicated for which of the following clients?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An IUD should not be inserted in a client who has a positive pregnancy test. Inserting an IUD during pregnancy can lead to complications such as infection, miscarriage, and preterm birth. It is crucial to confirm the absence of pregnancy before IUD insertion.
Extract:
Question 4 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.
Extract:
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has hyperemesis gravidarum.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Poor skin turgor is a common finding in clients with hyperemesis gravidarum due to dehydration. Excessive vomiting leads to fluid loss and dehydration, resulting in poor skin elasticity and turgor.