Maternal Newborn

A nurse is assessing a newborn whose mother had gestational diabetes. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of hypoglycemia?

Jitteriness

A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for ibuprofen to treat postpartum cramping. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask prior to administering the medication? (Select all that apply.)

"Are you taking over-the-counter medications?" "Do you have a history of gastric problems?" "Are you being treated for high blood pressure?"

A nurse is providing teaching to a client about the Papanicolaou (Pap) test. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?

"Avoid having sexual intercourse for 24 hours prior to the Pap test."

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?

"I will place 2 teaspoons of spermicide on the inside of the diaphragm before inserting it."

A nurse is teaching a pregnant client who is Rh-negative about Rh (D) immune globulin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

"This shot may be given after birth to protect future pregnancies."

A nurse is teaching the parents of a newborn how to care for their child's uncircumcised penis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

"Wash the penis once per day with soap and water."

A nurse is teaching the parent of a newborn about car seat safety. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

"You should keep the car seat rear-facing until your baby is at least 2 years old."

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 34 weeks of gestation and is scheduled for a non-stress test. Which of the following statements should the nurse plan to make?

"You should expect the test to take about 30 minutes."

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?

A client who gave birth 8 hr ago and is saturating a perineal pad every hour

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?

A sliced apple and red grapes.

A nurse is caring for a client who is at 38 weeks of gestation and is experiencing continuous abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. The client has a history of cocaine use. The nurse should identify that the client is likely experiencing which of the following complications?

Abruptio placentae

A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum, has a deep-vein thrombosis, and is receiving heparin therapy via subcutaneous injections. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Administer the injection in the client's abdomen.

A nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and has a diagnosis of group B streptococcus ß-hemolytic infection. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?

Ampicillin

A nurse is performing a vaginal exam on a client who is in active labor. The nurse notes the umbilical cord protruding through the cervix. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Assist the client into the knee-chest position.

A nurse is reviewing a laboratory report for a client who is at 33 weeks of gestation and has preeclampsia. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse report to the provider?

BUN 35 mg/dL

A nurse is assessing a client who is at 31 weeks of gestation. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of a potential prenatal complication?

Blurred vision.

A nurse is reviewing a client's medical record and notes that the client is taking tamoxifen. The nurse should identify that tamoxifen is used to treat which of the following conditions?

Breast cancer

A nurse is assessing a newborn who was born vaginally with vacuum extractor assistance. The nurse notes swelling over the newborn's head that crosses the suture line. The nurse should identify the swelling as which of the following findings?

Caput succedaneum

A nurse is caring for a client who gave birth 4 hr ago and is experiencing excessive vaginal bleeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take first?

Change the client's position.

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving oxytocin to augment labor. The client has an intrauterine pressure catheter and an internal fetal scalp electrode for monitoring. Which of the following is an indication that the nurse should discontinue the infusion?

Contraction duration of 100 seconds.

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has fibrocystic breast changes and is experiencing breast discomfort during menstruation. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

Decrease sodium intake before menstruation.

A nurse is caring for a client who is in the transition phase of labor. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Encourage the client to use a pant-blow breathing pattern.

A nurse is caring for a newborn who has a blood glucose level of 45 mg/dL. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Encourage the mother to breastfeed the newborn.

A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 48 hr old and has a maternal history of methadone use during pregnancy. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as an indication of neonatal abstinence syndrome?

Excessive high-pitched cry

A nurse is discussing recommendations for daily nutrient intake during pregnancy with a client who is at 10 weeks of gestation. For which of the following nutrients should the nurse instruct the client to increase intake during pregnancy?

Fiber

A nurse is caring for a client who has placenta previa. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement for this client? (Select all that apply.)

Frequently assess maternal heart rate. Initiate bed rest with bathroom privileges. Have oxygen equipment available.

A nurse is caring for a client who is pregnant for the fourth time. The client delivered two full-term newborns and had one spontaneous abortion at 10 weeks of gestation. The nurse should document the client's obstetrical history as which of the following?

Gravida 4, Para 2

A nurse is caring for a client who is in active labor. The nurse notes early decelerations of the FHR on the fetal monitor tracing. The nurse should identify that which of the following conditions causes early decelerations in the FHR?

Head compression

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing preterm labor and has a new prescription for terbutaline. Which of the following findings is a contraindication for administration of this medication?

Heart disease

A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a newborn who is 24 hr old. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

Hemoglobin 12 g/dL

A nurse is assessing a client who gave birth 12 hr ago and is experiencing excessive vaginal bleeding. Which of the following findings indicates the client is experiencing decreased cardiac output?

Hypotension

A nurse is teaching a client about using an intrauterine device (IUD) for contraception. Which of the following client statements indicate an understanding of the teaching?

I should check for the string each month after menstruation.

A nurse is providing teaching about newborn safety to a client who is being admitted for induction of labor. Which of the following client statements indicate and understanding of the teaching?

I will check the identification badge of anyone who removes my baby from our room.

A nurse is admitting a client who is at 35 weeks of gestation and is experiencing mild vaginal bleeding due to placenta previa. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

Initiate continuous monitoring of the FHR.

A nurse is admitting a client who is at 33 weeks of gestation and has preeclampsia with severe features. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Initiate seizure precautions for the client.

A nurse is planning care for a client who is 2 weeks postpartum and has mastitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

Instruct the client to wash their hands prior to breastfeeding. Teach the client about proper latching-on techniques. Encourage the client to allow their nipples to air dry after feedings

A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 48 hours old and is experiencing opioid withdrawals. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Moderate tremors of the extremities.

A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 10 hr old. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

Nasal flaring.

A nurse is providing teaching to a group of women about risk factors for ovarian cancer. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

Nulliparity History of breast cancer Hormone replacement therapy

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving oxytocin to augment labor. The nurse notes recurrent variable decelerations of the FHR. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

Place the client in a left lateral position.

A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results for a client who is at 29 weeks of gestation. Which of the following results should the nurse report to the provider?

Platelets 140,000/m

A nurse is caring for a newborn whose father voices concerns about his ability to bond with his baby. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to facilitate bonding? (Select all that apply.)

Point out to the father that the newborn turns toward his voice. Encourage the father to touch and stroke the newborn's skin. Demonstrate diapering and swaddling techniques for the father.

A nurse is assessing a client who gave birth 1 week ago. The client states, "I don't know what's wrong. I love my baby, but I feel so let down and I seem to cry for no reason. The nurse should identify the client is experiencing which of the following responses to birth?

Postpartum blues

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 32 weeks of gestation and is experiencing stress incontinence. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)

Practice Kegel exercises. Reduce caffeine intake.

A nurse is conducting an infertility assessment for a newly admitted client. Which of the following factors should the nurse identify as affecting the client's fertility?

Premature ovarian failure

A nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and has an epidural for pain control. Which of the following clinical manifestations is an adverse effect of epidural anesthesia?

Pruritus

A nurse is developing a plan of care for a newborn who has hyperbilirubinemia and a prescription for phototherapy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?

Reposition the newborn every 2 to 3 hr.

A nurse is caring for a client who is at 14 weeks of gestation and has hyperemesis gravidarum. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?

Vitamin B6