ATI MATERNAL NEWBORN FINAL Exam Guide
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1. Why is it important to apply the diaper loosely after a newborn's
circumcision?
To keep the area clean and free from bacteria.
To ensure the newborn does not feel discomfort during diaper
changes.
To promote faster healing by applying pressure.
To prevent irritation and allow for proper healing of the circumcision
site.
2. A pregnant woman who is Rh-negative has a history of an Rh-positive child.
During her current pregnancy, she experiences a bleeding episode. What is
the most appropriate nursing intervention regarding Rh(D) Immune Globulin?
Administer Rh(D) Immune Globulin as per protocol after assessing
the situation.
Provide education on breastfeeding instead.
Monitor fetal heart rate only.
Delay administration until after delivery.
3. Which action by the nurse best facilitates the client's acceptance and care of
the newborn with a myelomeningocele?
Serve as a role model by feeding, holding, and changing the
newborn in the client's presence.
Assure the client that social agencies will most likely assume full care
of the newborn.
, Explain to the client that surgery will most probably eliminate the
defect and its consequences.
Show the client "before" and "after" pictures of other infants born with
myelomeningocele.
4. A nurse is caring for a laboring client who is experiencing severe back pain
during contractions. Which nonpharmacological intervention should the
nurse implement to provide immediate relief?
Counter-pressure
Biofeedback
Breathing techniques
Use of a focal point
5. What is the significance of finding ketones in a client with hyperemesis
gravidarum?
Indicates dehydration and starvation
Indicates renal failure
Indicates high blood pressure
Indicates normal metabolic function
6. The client asks the nurse how long after discharge sexual intercourse should
be delayed. The nurse best explains that sexual intercourse may be resumed
at which time?
After the postpartum checkup in 4 to 6 weeks
As soon as an acceptable birth control method is selected
After the uterus has returned to its normal position
As soon as the lochia has ceased and the perineum is healed
,7. A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 30 weeks and is to have a
nonstress test (NST). Which of the following statements by the client indicates
a need for further teaching?
"I should schedule the test when the baby is usually active"
"I will have to lie on my back during the test"
"It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the test"
"my baby's HR will be monitored during the test"
8. What is the primary concern of the client regarding dietary recommendations
during her pregnancy?
She is concerned about gaining too much weight.
She is unsure about the nutritional value of meat.
She wants to know more about vegetarian options.
She believes eating animal products will cause her to miscarry.
9. What is the recommended laboratory test for a pregnant client at 35 weeks of
gestation?
Glucose tolerance test
Complete blood count
HIV test
Group B Streptococcus screening
10. A nurse is caring for a patient who has missed her menstrual cycle and is
experiencing breast tenderness and nausea. If the nurse performs a physical
assessment and hears a fetal heartbeat, what conclusion can the nurse
draw?
, The patient is likely experiencing premenstrual syndrome.
The patient may have a hormonal imbalance.
The patient is likely pregnant.
The patient is experiencing a false pregnancy.
11. Describe the circumstances under which Rh(D) Immune Globulin is typically
administered to pregnant women.
It is administered to Rh-negative women who may be exposed to
Rh-positive blood during pregnancy or delivery.
It is used to treat high blood pressure in pregnancy.
It is given to all pregnant women regardless of Rh status.
It is only given after the birth of an Rh-positive infant.
12. If a pregnant woman reports fewer than 10 fetal movements in a 2-hour
period, what should be the nurse's immediate action?
Reassure her that this is normal.
Advise her to count kicks again tomorrow.
Instruct the woman to seek further evaluation.
Suggest she change her position and try again.
13. The nurse realizes that the most common and potentially harmful maternal
complication of epidural anesthesia would be:
Increase in respiratory rate
Hypotension
Limited perception of bladder fullness
Severe postpartum headache
Answers |Latest 2026 | Guaranteed Pass Exams
1. Why is it important to apply the diaper loosely after a newborn's
circumcision?
To keep the area clean and free from bacteria.
To ensure the newborn does not feel discomfort during diaper
changes.
To promote faster healing by applying pressure.
To prevent irritation and allow for proper healing of the circumcision
site.
2. A pregnant woman who is Rh-negative has a history of an Rh-positive child.
During her current pregnancy, she experiences a bleeding episode. What is
the most appropriate nursing intervention regarding Rh(D) Immune Globulin?
Administer Rh(D) Immune Globulin as per protocol after assessing
the situation.
Provide education on breastfeeding instead.
Monitor fetal heart rate only.
Delay administration until after delivery.
3. Which action by the nurse best facilitates the client's acceptance and care of
the newborn with a myelomeningocele?
Serve as a role model by feeding, holding, and changing the
newborn in the client's presence.
Assure the client that social agencies will most likely assume full care
of the newborn.
, Explain to the client that surgery will most probably eliminate the
defect and its consequences.
Show the client "before" and "after" pictures of other infants born with
myelomeningocele.
4. A nurse is caring for a laboring client who is experiencing severe back pain
during contractions. Which nonpharmacological intervention should the
nurse implement to provide immediate relief?
Counter-pressure
Biofeedback
Breathing techniques
Use of a focal point
5. What is the significance of finding ketones in a client with hyperemesis
gravidarum?
Indicates dehydration and starvation
Indicates renal failure
Indicates high blood pressure
Indicates normal metabolic function
6. The client asks the nurse how long after discharge sexual intercourse should
be delayed. The nurse best explains that sexual intercourse may be resumed
at which time?
After the postpartum checkup in 4 to 6 weeks
As soon as an acceptable birth control method is selected
After the uterus has returned to its normal position
As soon as the lochia has ceased and the perineum is healed
,7. A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 30 weeks and is to have a
nonstress test (NST). Which of the following statements by the client indicates
a need for further teaching?
"I should schedule the test when the baby is usually active"
"I will have to lie on my back during the test"
"It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the test"
"my baby's HR will be monitored during the test"
8. What is the primary concern of the client regarding dietary recommendations
during her pregnancy?
She is concerned about gaining too much weight.
She is unsure about the nutritional value of meat.
She wants to know more about vegetarian options.
She believes eating animal products will cause her to miscarry.
9. What is the recommended laboratory test for a pregnant client at 35 weeks of
gestation?
Glucose tolerance test
Complete blood count
HIV test
Group B Streptococcus screening
10. A nurse is caring for a patient who has missed her menstrual cycle and is
experiencing breast tenderness and nausea. If the nurse performs a physical
assessment and hears a fetal heartbeat, what conclusion can the nurse
draw?
, The patient is likely experiencing premenstrual syndrome.
The patient may have a hormonal imbalance.
The patient is likely pregnant.
The patient is experiencing a false pregnancy.
11. Describe the circumstances under which Rh(D) Immune Globulin is typically
administered to pregnant women.
It is administered to Rh-negative women who may be exposed to
Rh-positive blood during pregnancy or delivery.
It is used to treat high blood pressure in pregnancy.
It is given to all pregnant women regardless of Rh status.
It is only given after the birth of an Rh-positive infant.
12. If a pregnant woman reports fewer than 10 fetal movements in a 2-hour
period, what should be the nurse's immediate action?
Reassure her that this is normal.
Advise her to count kicks again tomorrow.
Instruct the woman to seek further evaluation.
Suggest she change her position and try again.
13. The nurse realizes that the most common and potentially harmful maternal
complication of epidural anesthesia would be:
Increase in respiratory rate
Hypotension
Limited perception of bladder fullness
Severe postpartum headache
