ATI RN
ATI OB Obstetrics RN 300 Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse in a prenatal clinic is instructing a client about an amniocentesis, which is scheduled at 15 weeks of gestation.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amniocentesis requires amniotic fluid for sampling to assess genetic or fetal conditions, performed at 15 weeks for chromosomal testing.
Extract:
A nurse midwife is examining a client who is a primigravida at 42 weeks of gestation and states that she believes she is in labor.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings confirm to the nurse that the client is in labor?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cervical dilation is the definitive sign of true labor, indicating progressive uterine contractions causing cervical change.
Extract:
A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client who is at 36 weeks of gestation and scheduled for an amniocentesis.
Question 3 of 5
The client asks why she is having an ultrasound prior to the procedure. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ultrasound guides amniocentesis by identifying the placenta and fetus to ensure safe needle placement.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
What is the primary purpose of using terbutaline in labor for intrauterine resuscitation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Terbutaline, a tocolytic, relaxes the uterus, reducing contractions to improve placental blood flow during fetal distress.
Question 5 of 5
What is considered a reactive nonstress test (NST)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A reactive NST requires at least two accelerations of 15 bpm lasting 15 seconds within 20 minutes, indicating fetal well-being.