ATI RN
ATI RN Maternal Newborn 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a 20-year-old client who is at 12 weeks of gestation and requests an amniocentesis to determine the sex of the fetus.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because chorionic villus sampling is used to detect genetic disorders, not determine the baby's sex (
A). Offering to schedule the procedure immediately without discussing risks or benefits (
C) is not appropriate. The statement about age restriction for amniocentesis (
D) is false and misleading. It's important for the nurse to focus on the purpose of the procedure, which is to identify genetic or congenital disorders in the baby (
B).
Extract:
A nurse is reviewing laboratory findings for a client who is at 20 weeks of gestation.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Fasting blood glucose 180 mg/dL (74 to 106 mg/dL). This finding should be reported to the provider because it indicates hyperglycemia, which may require adjustment in the patient's diabetes management plan to prevent complications. A: WBC count within the range, so not urgent. B: Hematocrit within the range, so not critical. D: Creatinine within the range, so not an immediate concern. Reporting C is crucial for timely intervention.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a client who is 3 days postpartum.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Cool clammy skin. This finding may indicate poor perfusion or shock, which could be concerning postpartum. The nurse should report this to the provider promptly for further evaluation and intervention.
A: BP 120/70 mm Hg is within normal range for postpartum, so it does not require immediate reporting.
C: Moderate lochia serosa is expected in the early postpartum period, so it is not a concerning finding that requires immediate reporting.
D: Heart rate of 89/min is slightly elevated but not critically high, so it does not necessitate immediate reporting.
In summary, the other choices are not as urgent or abnormal as cool clammy skin, which may indicate a more serious issue requiring prompt attention.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a full-term newborn upon admission to the nursery.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following clinical findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Single palmar creases. This finding can indicate a genetic condition called Down syndrome, which requires further evaluation by the provider. Subconjunctival hemorrhage (
A) is common and usually resolves on its own. Rust-stained urine (
B) may indicate the presence of blood or hemoglobin in the urine but does not always require immediate reporting. Transient circumoral cyanosis (
C) can occur in newborns due to immature circulation and typically resolves without intervention. Single palmar creases (
D) are associated with Down syndrome and should be reported for further assessment.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postpartum and breastfeeding her newborn. The client reports sore nipples.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Assess the newborn's latch while breastfeeding. This action is crucial as a proper latch is essential for effective breastfeeding, ensuring the baby receives enough milk and prevents nipple soreness. By assessing the latch, the nurse can identify and correct any issues early on, promoting successful breastfeeding.
A: Limiting breastfeeding time may hinder milk production and not address the root cause of latch issues.
B: Waiting 4 hours between feedings can lead to insufficient milk intake for the baby.
C: Offering supplemental formula can interfere with breastfeeding and reduce milk supply.
E, F, G: Irrelevant options.