VATI RN MATERNAL NEWBORN
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This document, "VATI RN Maternal Newborn Assessment," covers various maternal newborn nursing
topics, including postpartum care, newborn assessment, medication management (methadone and
terbutaline), labor and delivery complications (shoulder dystocia and preterm labor), and common
pregnancy-related issues (morning sickness, mastitis, and jaundice). The document provides a
comprehensive review of maternal newborn nursing concepts, featuring 79 questions with correct
answers and detailed explanations. Students can use this document as a study aid, reviewing the
questions and rationales to understand key concepts and prepare for exams.
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EXAM QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days postpartum, reporting a slight increase in vaginal
discharge. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
A) Administer antibiotics to prevent infection.
B) Obtain a urine culture to check for urinary tract infection.
C) Obtain a vaginal culture to check for bacterial vaginosis.
D) Provide a warm compress to the client's perineum.
CORRECT ANSWER
C) Obtain a vaginal culture to check for bacterial vaginosis.
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, RATIONALE: The nurse should obtain a vaginal culture to check for bacterial vaginosis, as it is a common cause of
postpartum vaginal discharge. Administering antibiotics prevents infection, but the discharge needs to be assessed first.
Obtaining a urine culture is not necessary in this scenario. Providing a warm compress may provide comfort but does
not address the underlying cause of the discharge.
QUESTION 2
A client arrives at the emergency department with a newborn who was delivered by cesarean birth 1
minute ago and is not crying, displaying irregular respiratory effort, and has a heart rate of 92/min.
The client's grimacing but no crying in response to rubbing the newborn's feet, and the skin is pink
with blue extremities. What is the correct Apgar score?
A) 6
B) 8
C) 5
D) 4
CORRECT ANSWER
C) 5
RATIONALE: The Apgar score is a 10-point assessment of a newborn's physical condition. The score is based on heart
rate, respiratory effort, muscle tone, reflex response, and skin color. With a heart rate of 92/min, irregular respiratory
effort, grimacing, and blue extremities, the correct score is 5, indicating that the newborn requires assistance to
establish a stable respiratory and cardiac status.
QUESTION 3
The nurse is assessing a patient who has been prescribed methadone during pregnancy. Which
statement by the nurse indicates an understanding of methadone use during breastfeeding?
A) Methadone should be strictly avoided while breastfeeding to prevent harm to the newborn.
B) Methadone is not contraindicated but should be monitored closely while breastfeeding.
C) Methadone should be discontinued immediately if any signs of withdrawal are observed in the
newborn.
D) Methadone is safely used in breastfeeding and poses no risk to the newborn.
CORRECT ANSWER
B) Methadone is not contraindicated but should be monitored closely while breastfeeding.
RATIONALE: The nurse understands methadone use during breastfeeding by acknowledging its continued use while
monitoring closely for signs of withdrawal in the newborn. Options A and C overstate contraindications, and option D
inaccurately assumes no risk.
QUESTION 4
A patient has a prescription for terbutaline for preterm labor prevention. The patient is at 28 weeks of
gestation and has received two doses subcutaneously. Which of the following vital sign findings is the
priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
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, A) Mild tachypnea (rate 22/min)
B) Normal fetal heart rate (110-160/min)
C) Elevated blood pressure (140/90 mmHg)
D) Rapid heart rate (132/min)
CORRECT ANSWER
D) Rapid heart rate (132/min)
RATIONALE: A rapid heart rate is a potential adverse effect of terbutaline, and the nurse should report this to the
provider to assess for any changes that may require intervention. The other options are not priority findings related to
terbutaline administration.
QUESTION 5
The nurse receives report on four clients in various stages of labor. One client is experiencing shoulder
dystocia during the second stage of labor. Which action should the nurse take to help alleviate the
obstruction?
A) Administer oxygen to the newborn
B) Position the client using the McRoberts maneuver
C) Request additional support from the anesthesiologist
D) Use a vacuum extraction device to assist with delivery
CORRECT ANSWER
B) Position the client using the McRoberts maneuver
RATIONALE: The McRoberts maneuver is a standard procedure to help alleviate shoulder dystocia by hyperextending
the client's legs and hips, reducing the obstruction and facilitating a smoother delivery. Administering oxygen to the
newborn (A) is not relevant to this situation, requesting additional support from the anesthesiologist (C) may not be
necessary, and using a vacuum extraction device (D) may exacerbate the obstruction.
QUESTION 6
A client reports she is preparing for the arrival of her newborn and asks the nurse for advice on
involving her older child. What instruction should the nurse provide?
A) Have the older child help with baby's laundry.
B) Invite the sibling to participate in baby's first bath.
C) Plan individual playtime with the older child each day.
D) Give the older child a small gift to mark the new baby's arrival.
CORRECT ANSWER
C) Plan individual playtime with the older child each day.
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, RATIONALE: The nurse should instruct the client to prioritize spending individual time with the older child to help them
bond and accept the new baby. This is an essential step in facilitating sibling acceptance. Options A and B may create
unnecessary work or stress for the older child, while option D may distract from the child's emotional adjustment to the
new baby.
QUESTION 7
A nurse observes late decelerations on a fetal monitor tracing during active labor. Which of the
following is the nurse's primary concern about the pattern observed?
A) Fetal tachycardia
B) Maternal exhaustion
C) Fetal hypoxia
D) Labor augmentation
CORRECT ANSWER
C) Fetal hypoxia
RATIONALE: The nurse should recognize late decelerations as a potential sign of fetal hypoxia, which can occur when
the fetus is not receiving sufficient oxygen. This situation requires immediate assessment and intervention to ensure
fetal safety. The other options are not directly related to the observed pattern of late decelerations.
QUESTION 8
After reviewing the client's chart, the nurse notes that a postpartum client has been experiencing
severe respiratory distress, with a rate of 10/min, and has been receiving epidural morphine for pain
relief for the past hour. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
A) Administer oxygen via nasal cannula.
B) Elevate the client's head of the bed to 30 degrees.
C) Provide reassurance and monitor the client's vital signs.
D) Offer the client a warm beverage to promote relaxation.
CORRECT ANSWER
A) Administer oxygen via nasal cannula.
RATIONALE: Administering oxygen via nonrebreather face mask is the priority intervention for a client experiencing
respiratory distress and oxygen saturation concerns. Elevating the head of the bed or providing a warm beverage may
offer some relief, but they are not the most critical actions in this scenario. Providing reassurance alone is insufficient to
address the client's respiratory needs.
QUESTION 9
The healthcare provider prescribes packed red blood cells to a client who experienced a postpartum
hemorrhage. The nurse assesses the client's condition to ensure adequate perfusion and oxygenation.
Which of the following findings indicates effective administration of the prescribed treatment?
A) Hematocrit levels remain within normal limits.
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ASSESSMENT
75+ (Latest Syllabus 2026) Exam Questions | Verified Model Answers | A+
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📋 DOCUMENT OVERVIEW 79 Qs
This document, "VATI RN Maternal Newborn Assessment," covers various maternal newborn nursing
topics, including postpartum care, newborn assessment, medication management (methadone and
terbutaline), labor and delivery complications (shoulder dystocia and preterm labor), and common
pregnancy-related issues (morning sickness, mastitis, and jaundice). The document provides a
comprehensive review of maternal newborn nursing concepts, featuring 79 questions with correct
answers and detailed explanations. Students can use this document as a study aid, reviewing the
questions and rationales to understand key concepts and prepare for exams.
✓ Verified Answers ✓ Exam Ready ✓ Study Guide
Trusted by thousands of students and professionals worldwide
EXAM QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days postpartum, reporting a slight increase in vaginal
discharge. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
A) Administer antibiotics to prevent infection.
B) Obtain a urine culture to check for urinary tract infection.
C) Obtain a vaginal culture to check for bacterial vaginosis.
D) Provide a warm compress to the client's perineum.
CORRECT ANSWER
C) Obtain a vaginal culture to check for bacterial vaginosis.
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, RATIONALE: The nurse should obtain a vaginal culture to check for bacterial vaginosis, as it is a common cause of
postpartum vaginal discharge. Administering antibiotics prevents infection, but the discharge needs to be assessed first.
Obtaining a urine culture is not necessary in this scenario. Providing a warm compress may provide comfort but does
not address the underlying cause of the discharge.
QUESTION 2
A client arrives at the emergency department with a newborn who was delivered by cesarean birth 1
minute ago and is not crying, displaying irregular respiratory effort, and has a heart rate of 92/min.
The client's grimacing but no crying in response to rubbing the newborn's feet, and the skin is pink
with blue extremities. What is the correct Apgar score?
A) 6
B) 8
C) 5
D) 4
CORRECT ANSWER
C) 5
RATIONALE: The Apgar score is a 10-point assessment of a newborn's physical condition. The score is based on heart
rate, respiratory effort, muscle tone, reflex response, and skin color. With a heart rate of 92/min, irregular respiratory
effort, grimacing, and blue extremities, the correct score is 5, indicating that the newborn requires assistance to
establish a stable respiratory and cardiac status.
QUESTION 3
The nurse is assessing a patient who has been prescribed methadone during pregnancy. Which
statement by the nurse indicates an understanding of methadone use during breastfeeding?
A) Methadone should be strictly avoided while breastfeeding to prevent harm to the newborn.
B) Methadone is not contraindicated but should be monitored closely while breastfeeding.
C) Methadone should be discontinued immediately if any signs of withdrawal are observed in the
newborn.
D) Methadone is safely used in breastfeeding and poses no risk to the newborn.
CORRECT ANSWER
B) Methadone is not contraindicated but should be monitored closely while breastfeeding.
RATIONALE: The nurse understands methadone use during breastfeeding by acknowledging its continued use while
monitoring closely for signs of withdrawal in the newborn. Options A and C overstate contraindications, and option D
inaccurately assumes no risk.
QUESTION 4
A patient has a prescription for terbutaline for preterm labor prevention. The patient is at 28 weeks of
gestation and has received two doses subcutaneously. Which of the following vital sign findings is the
priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
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, A) Mild tachypnea (rate 22/min)
B) Normal fetal heart rate (110-160/min)
C) Elevated blood pressure (140/90 mmHg)
D) Rapid heart rate (132/min)
CORRECT ANSWER
D) Rapid heart rate (132/min)
RATIONALE: A rapid heart rate is a potential adverse effect of terbutaline, and the nurse should report this to the
provider to assess for any changes that may require intervention. The other options are not priority findings related to
terbutaline administration.
QUESTION 5
The nurse receives report on four clients in various stages of labor. One client is experiencing shoulder
dystocia during the second stage of labor. Which action should the nurse take to help alleviate the
obstruction?
A) Administer oxygen to the newborn
B) Position the client using the McRoberts maneuver
C) Request additional support from the anesthesiologist
D) Use a vacuum extraction device to assist with delivery
CORRECT ANSWER
B) Position the client using the McRoberts maneuver
RATIONALE: The McRoberts maneuver is a standard procedure to help alleviate shoulder dystocia by hyperextending
the client's legs and hips, reducing the obstruction and facilitating a smoother delivery. Administering oxygen to the
newborn (A) is not relevant to this situation, requesting additional support from the anesthesiologist (C) may not be
necessary, and using a vacuum extraction device (D) may exacerbate the obstruction.
QUESTION 6
A client reports she is preparing for the arrival of her newborn and asks the nurse for advice on
involving her older child. What instruction should the nurse provide?
A) Have the older child help with baby's laundry.
B) Invite the sibling to participate in baby's first bath.
C) Plan individual playtime with the older child each day.
D) Give the older child a small gift to mark the new baby's arrival.
CORRECT ANSWER
C) Plan individual playtime with the older child each day.
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, RATIONALE: The nurse should instruct the client to prioritize spending individual time with the older child to help them
bond and accept the new baby. This is an essential step in facilitating sibling acceptance. Options A and B may create
unnecessary work or stress for the older child, while option D may distract from the child's emotional adjustment to the
new baby.
QUESTION 7
A nurse observes late decelerations on a fetal monitor tracing during active labor. Which of the
following is the nurse's primary concern about the pattern observed?
A) Fetal tachycardia
B) Maternal exhaustion
C) Fetal hypoxia
D) Labor augmentation
CORRECT ANSWER
C) Fetal hypoxia
RATIONALE: The nurse should recognize late decelerations as a potential sign of fetal hypoxia, which can occur when
the fetus is not receiving sufficient oxygen. This situation requires immediate assessment and intervention to ensure
fetal safety. The other options are not directly related to the observed pattern of late decelerations.
QUESTION 8
After reviewing the client's chart, the nurse notes that a postpartum client has been experiencing
severe respiratory distress, with a rate of 10/min, and has been receiving epidural morphine for pain
relief for the past hour. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
A) Administer oxygen via nasal cannula.
B) Elevate the client's head of the bed to 30 degrees.
C) Provide reassurance and monitor the client's vital signs.
D) Offer the client a warm beverage to promote relaxation.
CORRECT ANSWER
A) Administer oxygen via nasal cannula.
RATIONALE: Administering oxygen via nonrebreather face mask is the priority intervention for a client experiencing
respiratory distress and oxygen saturation concerns. Elevating the head of the bed or providing a warm beverage may
offer some relief, but they are not the most critical actions in this scenario. Providing reassurance alone is insufficient to
address the client's respiratory needs.
QUESTION 9
The healthcare provider prescribes packed red blood cells to a client who experienced a postpartum
hemorrhage. The nurse assesses the client's condition to ensure adequate perfusion and oxygenation.
Which of the following findings indicates effective administration of the prescribed treatment?
A) Hematocrit levels remain within normal limits.
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