PN ATI Capstone Maternal Newborn

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The client should verify the identification badge of anyone removing their baby to ensure the infant's safety and prevent abduction, highlighting the importance of strict identification protocols in the hospital setting.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Blurred vision can be an indicator of serious conditions such as preeclampsia, which involves hypertension and can lead to significant maternal and fetal complications.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: After a cesarean birth, the client should limit physical activity, including stair climbing and lifting, to allow the incision to heal. Supporting the abdomen with a pillow when coughing or sneezing can also reduce discomfort and protect the incision.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Yellow-tinged skin (jaundice) in a newborn can indicate hyperbilirubinemia. The priority action is to assess the infant's bilirubin levels to determine the severity of the jaundice and the need for further interventions, such as phototherapy.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: If the baby is Rh positive and the mother is Rh negative, the mother may develop antibodies against the baby's blood. RhoGAM is administered to prevent the mother's immune system from becoming sensitized to Rh-positive blood.