RN Maternal Newborn ATI Proctored
Exam Questions 2024
Preterm Labor Medication - ANSWER Betamethasone is administered for a client at
32 wks gestation experiencing preterm labor.
Pregnancy Confirmation Test - ANSWER Urine test for presence of HCG confirms
pregnancy for a client suspecting she may be pregnant.
Positive Sign of Pregnancy - ANSWER Palpable fetal movement is identified as a
positive sign of pregnancy.
Oligohydramnios Fetal Anomalies - ANSWER Renal agenesis is expected for a
client with oligohydramnios.
Pelvic Fracture in Pregnancy - ANSWER Uterine contractions are expected for a
client with a suspected pelvic fracture at 37 wks gestation.
Hydatidiform Mole Findings - ANSWER Dark brown vaginal discharge is expected
for a client with a hydatidiform mole at 12 wks gestation.
Gestational HTN Priority Finding - ANSWER 480 mL urine output in 24 hrs is the
priority finding for a client at 35 wks gestation with mild gestational HTN.
HIV in Pregnancy Teaching - ANSWER Continuing zidovudine throughout
pregnancy decreases HIV transmission risk to the newborn.
Manifestations to Report in Pregnancy - ANSWER Blurred or double vision is an
important manifestation to report to the provider during pregnancy.
Oxytocin Administration in Labor - ANSWER Decrease oxytocin dose by half for a
client in the latent phase of labor experiencing uterine tachysystole.
Meconium Staining Action - ANSWER Prepare equipment needed for newborn
resuscitation for a client in active labor with meconium staining.
Placenta Previa Management - ANSWER Clarify not to perform a vaginal exam for a
client at 33 wks gestation with placenta previa and bleeding.
Nonstress Test Action - ANSWER Use vibroacoustic stim on the client's abdomen
for 3 seconds if FHR is nonreactive during a nonstress test at 37 wks gestation.
Lab Results Interpretation - ANSWER Instruct the client to obtain a rubella
immunization after delivery if rubella non-immune, positive for group A beta-
hemolytic strep, and blood type O neg at 37 wks gestation.
, C-section - ANSWER Delivery method where baby is surgically removed from the
uterus
Pho(D) immune globulin - ANSWER Medication given to prevent hemolytic disease
in newborns
Polyhydramnios - ANSWER Excessive amniotic fluid around the fetus
Gastrointestinal malformations - ANSWER Abnormalities in the structure of the
digestive system
Pre-eclampsia - ANSWER Pregnancy complication characterized by high blood
pressure
Magnesium sulfate - ANSWER Medication used to prevent seizures in pre-
eclampsia
Late decels - ANSWER Fetal heart rate decreases after the peak of the contraction
Cervical cerclage - ANSWER Procedure to stitch the cervix closed to prevent
premature birth
Placental abruption - ANSWER Separation of the placenta from the uterine wall
before delivery
Nagele's rule - ANSWER Method to estimate the due date based on the first day of
the last menstrual period
Fetal heart rate - ANSWER Heart rate of the fetus, indicating fetal well-being
Fluid and electrolyte status - ANSWER Balance of fluids and minerals in the body,
crucial for health
Uterine fibroid - ANSWER Benign tumor in the uterus that can affect pregnancy
Postpartum hemorrhage - ANSWER Excessive bleeding after childbirth, a potential
complication
Constipation - ANSWER Difficulty in passing stools, common during pregnancy
Intestinal Peristalsis - ANSWER Movement of the intestines to promote digestion
and alleviate constipation.
Phototherapy - ANSWER Treatment using light to lower bilirubin levels in newborns.
Vasoconstriction - ANSWER Narrowing of blood vessels causing cool extremities
with bluish discoloration.
Skin-to-Skin Contact - ANSWER Placing newborn on mother's chest to stabilize
temperature and promote bonding.
Exam Questions 2024
Preterm Labor Medication - ANSWER Betamethasone is administered for a client at
32 wks gestation experiencing preterm labor.
Pregnancy Confirmation Test - ANSWER Urine test for presence of HCG confirms
pregnancy for a client suspecting she may be pregnant.
Positive Sign of Pregnancy - ANSWER Palpable fetal movement is identified as a
positive sign of pregnancy.
Oligohydramnios Fetal Anomalies - ANSWER Renal agenesis is expected for a
client with oligohydramnios.
Pelvic Fracture in Pregnancy - ANSWER Uterine contractions are expected for a
client with a suspected pelvic fracture at 37 wks gestation.
Hydatidiform Mole Findings - ANSWER Dark brown vaginal discharge is expected
for a client with a hydatidiform mole at 12 wks gestation.
Gestational HTN Priority Finding - ANSWER 480 mL urine output in 24 hrs is the
priority finding for a client at 35 wks gestation with mild gestational HTN.
HIV in Pregnancy Teaching - ANSWER Continuing zidovudine throughout
pregnancy decreases HIV transmission risk to the newborn.
Manifestations to Report in Pregnancy - ANSWER Blurred or double vision is an
important manifestation to report to the provider during pregnancy.
Oxytocin Administration in Labor - ANSWER Decrease oxytocin dose by half for a
client in the latent phase of labor experiencing uterine tachysystole.
Meconium Staining Action - ANSWER Prepare equipment needed for newborn
resuscitation for a client in active labor with meconium staining.
Placenta Previa Management - ANSWER Clarify not to perform a vaginal exam for a
client at 33 wks gestation with placenta previa and bleeding.
Nonstress Test Action - ANSWER Use vibroacoustic stim on the client's abdomen
for 3 seconds if FHR is nonreactive during a nonstress test at 37 wks gestation.
Lab Results Interpretation - ANSWER Instruct the client to obtain a rubella
immunization after delivery if rubella non-immune, positive for group A beta-
hemolytic strep, and blood type O neg at 37 wks gestation.
, C-section - ANSWER Delivery method where baby is surgically removed from the
uterus
Pho(D) immune globulin - ANSWER Medication given to prevent hemolytic disease
in newborns
Polyhydramnios - ANSWER Excessive amniotic fluid around the fetus
Gastrointestinal malformations - ANSWER Abnormalities in the structure of the
digestive system
Pre-eclampsia - ANSWER Pregnancy complication characterized by high blood
pressure
Magnesium sulfate - ANSWER Medication used to prevent seizures in pre-
eclampsia
Late decels - ANSWER Fetal heart rate decreases after the peak of the contraction
Cervical cerclage - ANSWER Procedure to stitch the cervix closed to prevent
premature birth
Placental abruption - ANSWER Separation of the placenta from the uterine wall
before delivery
Nagele's rule - ANSWER Method to estimate the due date based on the first day of
the last menstrual period
Fetal heart rate - ANSWER Heart rate of the fetus, indicating fetal well-being
Fluid and electrolyte status - ANSWER Balance of fluids and minerals in the body,
crucial for health
Uterine fibroid - ANSWER Benign tumor in the uterus that can affect pregnancy
Postpartum hemorrhage - ANSWER Excessive bleeding after childbirth, a potential
complication
Constipation - ANSWER Difficulty in passing stools, common during pregnancy
Intestinal Peristalsis - ANSWER Movement of the intestines to promote digestion
and alleviate constipation.
Phototherapy - ANSWER Treatment using light to lower bilirubin levels in newborns.
Vasoconstriction - ANSWER Narrowing of blood vessels causing cool extremities
with bluish discoloration.
Skin-to-Skin Contact - ANSWER Placing newborn on mother's chest to stabilize
temperature and promote bonding.
