ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Final Exam moitoso Questions
Extract:
Information about Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in pregnancy.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statements about Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in pregnancy is true?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intravenous antibiotics during labor for GBS-positive mothers significantly reduce the risk of neonatal GBS infection.
Extract:
Newborn being assessed for reflexes.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn and assessing newborn reflexes. To elicit the Moro (or startle) reflex, the nurse should take which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A sharp hand clap elicits the Moro reflex, causing the newborn to spread and then retract their arms.
Extract:
Nurse screening for postpartum depression (PPD).
Question 3 of 5
The nurse working in a clinic often screens her patients for postpartum depression (PPD). Identify the differences between postpartum depression and postpartum blues.
| Observation | Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Blues |
|---|---|---|
| Major differences occur within the first two weeks postpartum | ||
| Symptoms disappear without medical intervention | ||
| Unable to safely care for self and/or baby | ||
| May require antidepressants | ||
| Occurs within the first 12 months postpartum |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Postpartum blues resolve within two weeks and require no intervention, while PPD can persist up to 12 months, impair self/baby care, and may need antidepressants.
Extract:
36-year-old female, vaginal bleeding, cramping, LMP 5 weeks ago, severe pain 8/10, moderate bleeding with clots, no trauma, positive hCG, intrauterine pregnancy via ultrasound, mild abdominal tenderness, closed cervical os.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 36-year-old female client in the emergency unit. Upon reviewing the client's medical record, the nurse determines that the client is at risk for developing which of the following complications? The nurse should recognize that the client is most likely experiencing a ___ and is at risk for developing ___ if not treated quickly.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The closed cervical os, bleeding, and cramping suggest a threatened miscarriage, with risk of hemorrhagic shock if bleeding continues untreated.
Extract:
Client on electronic fetal monitor experiencing tachysystole.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is on the electronic fetal monitor and the nurse notices that the client is experiencing tachysystole. Which of the following describes tachysystole?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tachysystole is defined as more than five contractions in 10 minutes, which can reduce fetal blood flow and cause distress.