ATI MATERNAL NEWBORN
NURSING EXAM 2026/2027 |
NURSING | MATERNAL
NEWBORN | 100 VERIFIED
Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | NGN-ALIGNED
| PASS GUARANTEED – A+
GRADED
STUDYGUIDESOLUTIONS
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ATI MATERNAL NEWBORN NURSING EXAM 2026/2027 | NURSING |
MATERNAL NEWBORN | 100 VERIFIED Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | NGN-ALIGNED | PASS GUARANTEED – A+ GRADED
SECTION 1: ANTEPARTUM CARE AND FETAL DEVELOPMENT – Questions 1-15
Q1: Gestational Age Calculation
A client’s last menstrual period began on January 10. Using Naegele’s rule, what is the estimated
date of birth?
A. October 10
B. October 17
C. October 24
D. November 10
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Naegele’s rule: subtract 3 months from the first day of the last menstrual period and add
7 days. January 10 → October 10 + 7 days = October 17.
Q2: Fetal Development – Heartbeat
When can fetal heart tones first be detected with a Doppler?
A. 4-6 weeks
B. 8-10 weeks
C. 10-12 weeks
D. 16-20 weeks
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fetal heart tones can usually be detected with a Doppler by 10-12 weeks gestation.
Q3: Fetal Development – Quickening
When does a primigravida typically first feel fetal movement?
A. 12-14 weeks
B. 16-18 weeks
C. 18-20 weeks
D. 22-24 weeks
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Quickening is typically felt at 18-20 weeks in a primigravida and 16-18 weeks in a
multigravida.
Q4: Prenatal Visit Schedule
How often should a low-risk pregnant client be seen during the second trimester?
A. Every 2 weeks
B. Every 4 weeks
C. Every 6 weeks
D. Every 8 weeks
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For a low-risk pregnancy, visits are typically every 4 weeks until 28 weeks, every 2 weeks
until 36 weeks, then weekly until birth.
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Q5: Prenatal Labs – Rh Factor
A client is Rh-negative and unsensitized. When is Rho(D) immune globulin administered?
A. At 12 weeks and 24 weeks
B. At 28 weeks and within 72 hours after birth if the newborn is Rh-positive
C. Only after birth
D. Only at 36 weeks
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rho(D) immune globulin is given at 28 weeks and within 72 hours postpartum if the
newborn is Rh-positive. It prevents Rh sensitization.
Q6: Prenatal Nutrition – Folic Acid
What is the recommended daily folic acid intake during pregnancy?
A. 200 mcg
B. 400 mcg
C. 600 mcg
D. 1000 mcg
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The recommended folic acid intake during pregnancy is 600 mcg daily to prevent neural
tube defects.
Q7: Prenatal Nutrition – Calcium
What is the recommended daily calcium intake during pregnancy?
A. 500 mg
B. 800 mg
C. 1000 mg
D. 1500 mg
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pregnant clients need 1000 mg of calcium daily for fetal bone development and maternal
bone health.
Q8: Prenatal Nutrition – Iron
What is the recommended daily iron intake during pregnancy?
A. 15 mg
B. 27 mg
C. 40 mg
D. 65 mg
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The recommended daily iron intake during pregnancy is 27 mg to support increased
maternal blood volume and fetal iron stores.
Q9: Signs of Pregnancy – Presumptive
Which finding is a presumptive sign of pregnancy?
A. Positive pregnancy test
B. Amenorrhea
C. Fetal heartbeat
D. Ultrasound visualization of fetus
NURSING EXAM 2026/2027 |
NURSING | MATERNAL
NEWBORN | 100 VERIFIED
Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | NGN-ALIGNED
| PASS GUARANTEED – A+
GRADED
STUDYGUIDESOLUTIONS
,1
ATI MATERNAL NEWBORN NURSING EXAM 2026/2027 | NURSING |
MATERNAL NEWBORN | 100 VERIFIED Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | NGN-ALIGNED | PASS GUARANTEED – A+ GRADED
SECTION 1: ANTEPARTUM CARE AND FETAL DEVELOPMENT – Questions 1-15
Q1: Gestational Age Calculation
A client’s last menstrual period began on January 10. Using Naegele’s rule, what is the estimated
date of birth?
A. October 10
B. October 17
C. October 24
D. November 10
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Naegele’s rule: subtract 3 months from the first day of the last menstrual period and add
7 days. January 10 → October 10 + 7 days = October 17.
Q2: Fetal Development – Heartbeat
When can fetal heart tones first be detected with a Doppler?
A. 4-6 weeks
B. 8-10 weeks
C. 10-12 weeks
D. 16-20 weeks
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fetal heart tones can usually be detected with a Doppler by 10-12 weeks gestation.
Q3: Fetal Development – Quickening
When does a primigravida typically first feel fetal movement?
A. 12-14 weeks
B. 16-18 weeks
C. 18-20 weeks
D. 22-24 weeks
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Quickening is typically felt at 18-20 weeks in a primigravida and 16-18 weeks in a
multigravida.
Q4: Prenatal Visit Schedule
How often should a low-risk pregnant client be seen during the second trimester?
A. Every 2 weeks
B. Every 4 weeks
C. Every 6 weeks
D. Every 8 weeks
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For a low-risk pregnancy, visits are typically every 4 weeks until 28 weeks, every 2 weeks
until 36 weeks, then weekly until birth.
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Q5: Prenatal Labs – Rh Factor
A client is Rh-negative and unsensitized. When is Rho(D) immune globulin administered?
A. At 12 weeks and 24 weeks
B. At 28 weeks and within 72 hours after birth if the newborn is Rh-positive
C. Only after birth
D. Only at 36 weeks
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rho(D) immune globulin is given at 28 weeks and within 72 hours postpartum if the
newborn is Rh-positive. It prevents Rh sensitization.
Q6: Prenatal Nutrition – Folic Acid
What is the recommended daily folic acid intake during pregnancy?
A. 200 mcg
B. 400 mcg
C. 600 mcg
D. 1000 mcg
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The recommended folic acid intake during pregnancy is 600 mcg daily to prevent neural
tube defects.
Q7: Prenatal Nutrition – Calcium
What is the recommended daily calcium intake during pregnancy?
A. 500 mg
B. 800 mg
C. 1000 mg
D. 1500 mg
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pregnant clients need 1000 mg of calcium daily for fetal bone development and maternal
bone health.
Q8: Prenatal Nutrition – Iron
What is the recommended daily iron intake during pregnancy?
A. 15 mg
B. 27 mg
C. 40 mg
D. 65 mg
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The recommended daily iron intake during pregnancy is 27 mg to support increased
maternal blood volume and fetal iron stores.
Q9: Signs of Pregnancy – Presumptive
Which finding is a presumptive sign of pregnancy?
A. Positive pregnancy test
B. Amenorrhea
C. Fetal heartbeat
D. Ultrasound visualization of fetus
