ATI LPN
PN ATI Capstone Maternal Newborn Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse providing dietary teaching for a client who is at 29 weeks of gestation and has phenylketonuria. Which of the following suggested foods should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clients with phenylketonuria (PKU) must adhere to a strict low-phenylalanine diet to prevent neurological damage. A sliced apple and red grapes are low in phenylalanine, making them safe choices.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on a postpartum unit is receiving change-of-shift report for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client saturating a perineal pad every hour may be experiencing postpartum hemorrhage, which is a medical emergency requiring immediate assessment and intervention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is performing a newborn assessment and notes a soft, swollen area on the newborn's scalp that does not cross the suture line. Which of the following should the nurse document?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A cephalohematoma is a collection of blood between the periosteum and the skull that does not cross the suture line. It results from trauma during birth and typically resolves on its own.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a pregnant client at 32 weeks gestation and notes that the client has gained 5 pounds in one week. Which of the following conditions should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rapid weight gain, especially in the third trimester, can be a sign of preeclampsia, a condition characterized by hypertension, edema, and proteinuria. This requires immediate medical attention.
Question 5 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.
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