PN ATI Capstone Maternal Newborn

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Encouraging the client to use a pant-blow breathing pattern helps manage pain and anxiety during the transition phase, which is characterized by intense contractions and emotional responses.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: An excessive high-pitched cry is a classic sign of neonatal abstinence syndrome, indicating withdrawal from substances such as methadone. Other signs may include irritability and tremors.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Clients should avoid sexual intercourse for 24 hours prior to the Pap test to ensure accurate results, as it can affect the sample. Pap tests are typically performed every 3 years for women aged 21-29 and every 3-5 years for women aged 30-65.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Caput succedaneum is swelling of the soft tissues of the head that crosses suture lines, often resulting from pressure during delivery, especially with vacuum extraction.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct course of action after missing oral contraceptive pills depends on how many pills are missed. If three pills are missed, the client should not 'double up' but rather follow the manufacturer's instructions and use an alternative form of contraception until the next cycle. Taking too many pills at once increases the risk of side effects without restoring contraceptive protection.