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ATI RN · ATI Maternal Newborn · Maternal Newborn ATI Proctored Exam 2023

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Question 1 of 5

Upon delivery of the newborn, the nursing intervention that most promotes parental attachment is:

A. Placing the infant under the radiant warmer

B. Allowing the mother to rest immediately after delivery

C. Placing the newborn on mother's chest and abdomen

D. Taking the newborn to the nursery for the initial assessment

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Placing the newborn on mother's chest and abdomen

Question 2 of 5

A patient has just been admitted to labor and delivery. She is having mild contractions lasting 30 seconds every 15 minutes. The patient wants to have a mediation free birth. When discussing medication alternatives, the nurse should be sure the patient understands that:

A. maternal pain and stress can have a more adverse effect on the fetus than a small amount of analgesia

B. In order to respect her wishes no pain medication will be given

C. the use of medication allows the patient to rest and be less fatigued

D. pain relief will allow a more enjoyable birth experience

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: maternal pain and stress can have a more adverse effect on the fetus than a small amount of analgesia

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is planning care for a full-term newborn who is receiving phototherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

A. Dress the newborn in lightweight clothing.

B. Avoid using lotion or ointment on the newborn skin.

C. Keep the newborn supine throughout treatment

D. Measure the newborn's temperature every 8hr

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Avoid using lotion or ointment on the newborn skin.

Question 4 of 5

A postpartum client is getting ready to receive a Depo-Provera injection. Which statement by the client indicates that further teaching by the nurse is necessary?

A. You will give this shot just like the rubella injection I received yesterday.

B. I will watch my weight and try to exercise daily after receiving this injection.

C. I will need to reschedule a follow-up appointment in 3 months.

D. It might take me a year to get pregnant after receiving this type of birth control.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: You will give this shot just like the rubella injection I received yesterday.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is educating a pregnant client about foods high in iron. Which food should be recommended?

A. Milk.

B. Chicken.

C. Spinach.

D. Bananas.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Spinach.

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