ATI RN
ATI NUR 223 Maternal Newborn Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A patient suspected of having an ectopic pregnancy at 8 weeks of gestation
Question 1 of 5
Which symptoms should the nurse expect to identify as consistent with the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unilateral pain is characteristic of ectopic pregnancy due to tubal implantation, unlike heavy bleeding, severe nausea, or excessive uterine growth.
Extract:
Four clients reviewing contraception options
Question 2 of 5
Which client has a contraindication for receiving oral contraceptives?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Smoking over age 35 increases cardiovascular risks with oral contraceptives, unlike PID, benign breast disease, or non-aura migraines.
Extract:
A group of clients in their first trimester
Question 3 of 5
Which statement should the nurse include in the teaching about exercise during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Moderate exercise enhances circulation and reduces pregnancy complications, unlike avoiding stretching, unnecessary rest, or increasing weight-bearing exercises.
Extract:
A group of clients in the antenatal clinic
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching about fetal development?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The heartbeat is audible by Doppler at 12 weeks, unlike lanugo (disappears by 36 weeks), sex determination (at conception), or quickening (18-25 weeks).
Extract:
A client in her first trimester upset about doubts despite planning the pregnancy
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Validating ambivalent feelings normalizes the client's experience, unlike suggesting counseling, dismissing concerns, or redirecting to family.