CMS Maternal Newborn Practice B Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

CMS Maternal Newborn Practice B Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified A nurse is caring for a postpartum client who is breastfeeding. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to prevent nipple soreness? A. Apply lotion to the nipples after every feeding B. Ensure proper latch during breastfeeding C. Wash the nipples with soap and water daily D. Use nipple shields with each feeding session A nurse is teaching a pregnant client about iron supplements. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? A. Take the supplement with orange juice B. Take it with milk to avoid stomach upset C. It’s best taken on a full stomach D. Expect stools to become lighter in color A nurse is monitoring a client receiving magnesium sulfate. Which finding indicates magnesium toxicity? 2 A. Blood pressure of 130/84 mm Hg B. Absent deep tendon reflexes C. Urinary output of 35 mL/hr D. Respiratory rate of 16/min A nurse is assessing a newborn with suspected hypothermia. Which of the following is an expected finding? A. Cool skin on the abdomen B. Flushed cheeks C. Strong cry D. Hypoactive Moro reflex A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a parent of a newborn. Which instruction should the nurse include about safe sleep practices? A. "Place your baby on her back to sleep." B. "Let your baby sleep on her side for comfort." C. "Use a soft pillow under her head." D. "Dress your baby in two blankets to stay warm." 3 A nurse is caring for a client at 39 weeks gestation in active labor. The client states, "I feel the need to push!" The nurse should first: A. Assess cervical dilation B. Apply oxygen C. Encourage rapid breathing D. Contact the healthcare provider A nurse is caring for a newborn receiving phototherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Cover the eyes with a mask B. Apply lotion to the skin C. Keep the infant swaddled D. Turn off the lights during feeding A nurse is caring for a client who had a vaginal birth 3 hours ago. Which of the following findings requires immediate intervention? A. Uterus is firm and at midline B. Perineum is swollen and tender 4 C. Constant trickle of bright red blood D. Client reports mild afterpains A nurse is teaching a client about performing a fundal massage. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding? A. "I will massage my uterus until it feels firm."