ATI LPN
PN ATI Capstone Maternal Newborn Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving magnesium sulfate for preeclampsia. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Magnesium sulfate can depress the central nervous system, leading to respiratory depression. A respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute is below the normal range and requires immediate intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 34 weeks of gestation and is scheduled for a nonstress test. Which of the following statements should the nurse plan to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse should inform the client that the nonstress test typically takes about 30 minutes and is used to assess fetal well-being by monitoring fetal heart rate in response to movements.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is to start using a diaphragm for contraception. Which of the following client statements indicate an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client should place spermicide in the diaphragm before insertion to enhance contraceptive effectiveness. The diaphragm should also be left in place for at least 6 hours after intercourse, but not more than 24 hours.
Question 4 of 5
To decrease the incidence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), the parents will position the newborn in a:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The safest sleeping position for infants is on their back (supine position). This reduces the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), as sleeping in other positions can increase the risk of airway obstruction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Which of the following interventions should the nurse expect to implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Measuring abdominal girth is important in monitoring for signs of abdominal distension, which is a key indicator of worsening necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Other interventions include withholding oral feedings and providing IV fluids or nutrition.
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