ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Final Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is considering several methods of contraception.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following methods of contraception should the nurse identify as being the most reliable?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An IUD is the most reliable contraception method with over 99% effectiveness, due to its long-acting nature and minimal user error, compared to condoms (85%), diaphragms (88%), or oral contraceptives (91%).
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an antepartum client whose laboratory findings indicate a negative rubella titer.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is the correct interpretation of this data?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A negative rubella titer indicates no immunity, requiring immunization post-delivery to protect future pregnancies, as vaccination during pregnancy is contraindicated.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a client who received magnesium sulfate to treat preterm labor.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following clinical findings should the nurse identify as an indication of toxicity from magnesium sulfate therapy and report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respiratory depression is a critical sign of magnesium sulfate toxicity, requiring immediate reporting and intervention, unlike nausea, drowsiness, or flushing, which are less severe.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn delivered by vaginal birth with vacuum assist. The newborn's mother asks about the swollen area on her son's head. After palpation to identify that the swelling crosses the suture line.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Caput succedaneum, swelling crossing suture lines from delivery pressure, is common in vacuum-assisted births, unlike Mongolian spots, erythema toxicum, or cephalohematoma, which is confined by sutures.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer methylergonovine IM to a client who has experienced a vaginal delivery.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should explain to the client that the purpose of this medication is to prevent which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Methylergonovine promotes uterine contractions to prevent postpartum hemorrhage by compressing blood vessels, not infections, thromboembolism, or hypertension.