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Swift River Maternal
Newborn Exam Questions &
Answers 2026/2027 Latest-
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Verified Answers Exam Ready 24 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 24 questions with their correct answers, focusing on maternal
newborn nursing. It is suitable for studying, reviewing course material, and preparing for
certification exams. The content directly aligns with key concepts in this specialized field.
TOPICS
Maternal Care Scenarios Q1–Q9
Newborn Assessment Q10–Q15
Postpartum Complications Q16–Q21
Pediatric Nursing Q22–Q24
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 24
Miranda Johnson
Page 1
, ANSWER
Educational Needs - Increased acuity
Fall Risk - Increased acuity: Related to pregnancy and changes in balance and center of gravity.
Health change - Increased acuity: Related to active labor and change in health status.
Pain level - Increased acuity: Related to increased pain level of 7-8 out of 10.
Physiological Needs - Increased acuity: Related to active labor, increased pain, and desire for
epidural.
Sensorium Needs - Normal acuity
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 24
Miranda Johnson
ANSWER
Risk for Impaired Urinary Elimination
Risk for Maternal Injury
Deficient knowledge
Risk for Fall
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 24
Miranda Johnson
Page 2
, ANSWER
Scenario 1:
1. Review prenatal record
2. Witness signing of epidural
3. Initiate IV bolus per order
4. Gather epidural medications
5. Monitor patient
Scenario 2:
1. Educate patient
2. Assess maternal and fetal wellbeing
3. Encourage repositioning
4. Reassess patient's understanding
Scenario 3:
1. Turn epidural pump off.
2. Lower HOB, elevate foot
3. Rapid infusion (bolus)
4. Apply NRB 10L
5. Consider administration of Ephedrine.
Scenario 4:
1. Continually monitor
2. Administer Ephedrine
3. Notify the charge nurse
4. Administer pre-op meds
5. Offer reassurance
Scenario 5:
1. Maintain efficient, timely
2. Thoroughly document
3. Discuss patient load
4. Always sign out
5. NEVER ASSUME ANYTHING
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 24
Carly Madison
Page 3
Swift River Maternal
Newborn Exam Questions &
Answers 2026/2027 Latest-
Style Edition
Verified Answers Exam Ready 24 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 24 questions with their correct answers, focusing on maternal
newborn nursing. It is suitable for studying, reviewing course material, and preparing for
certification exams. The content directly aligns with key concepts in this specialized field.
TOPICS
Maternal Care Scenarios Q1–Q9
Newborn Assessment Q10–Q15
Postpartum Complications Q16–Q21
Pediatric Nursing Q22–Q24
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 24
Miranda Johnson
Page 1
, ANSWER
Educational Needs - Increased acuity
Fall Risk - Increased acuity: Related to pregnancy and changes in balance and center of gravity.
Health change - Increased acuity: Related to active labor and change in health status.
Pain level - Increased acuity: Related to increased pain level of 7-8 out of 10.
Physiological Needs - Increased acuity: Related to active labor, increased pain, and desire for
epidural.
Sensorium Needs - Normal acuity
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 24
Miranda Johnson
ANSWER
Risk for Impaired Urinary Elimination
Risk for Maternal Injury
Deficient knowledge
Risk for Fall
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 24
Miranda Johnson
Page 2
, ANSWER
Scenario 1:
1. Review prenatal record
2. Witness signing of epidural
3. Initiate IV bolus per order
4. Gather epidural medications
5. Monitor patient
Scenario 2:
1. Educate patient
2. Assess maternal and fetal wellbeing
3. Encourage repositioning
4. Reassess patient's understanding
Scenario 3:
1. Turn epidural pump off.
2. Lower HOB, elevate foot
3. Rapid infusion (bolus)
4. Apply NRB 10L
5. Consider administration of Ephedrine.
Scenario 4:
1. Continually monitor
2. Administer Ephedrine
3. Notify the charge nurse
4. Administer pre-op meds
5. Offer reassurance
Scenario 5:
1. Maintain efficient, timely
2. Thoroughly document
3. Discuss patient load
4. Always sign out
5. NEVER ASSUME ANYTHING
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 24
Carly Madison
Page 3
