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80 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 80
a nurse is caring for a client who has gonorrhea. which of the following medications should the
nurse anticipate the provider with prescribe?
ceftriazone
fluconazole
metronidazole
zidovudine
Term 2 of 80
a nurse is reviewing findings of a clients biophysical profile (BPP) with the charge nurse. which
of the following variables should the nurse expect the test to include? (SATA)
fetal weight
fetal breathing movement
fetal tone
fetal position
amniotic fluid volume
Term 3 of 80
a nurse is caring for a newborn who was born at 38 weeks of gestation, weighs 3,200g, and is
in the 60th percentile for weight. based on the weight and gestational age, the nurse should
assign the newborn which of the following classification?
low birth weight
appropriate for gestational age
small for gestational age
large for gestational age
,Term 4 of 80
a client experiences a large gush of fluid from her vagina while walking in the hallway of the
birthing unit. which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
check the amniotic fluid for meconium
monitor FHR for distress
dry the client and make her comfortable
monitor uterine contractions
Term 5 of 80
a nurse is collecting data from a postpartum client who is exhibiting tearfulness, insomnia, lack
of appetite and a feeling of sadness. the nurse should identify these findings as an indication of
which of the following conditions?
postpartum fatigue
postpartum psychosis
postpartum endometritis
postpartum blues
Term 6 of 80
a nurse is assisting with the care of a client in active labor. when last examined 2hr ago, the
client's cervix was 3 cm dilated, 100% effaced, membranes intact, and the fetus was at a -2
station. the client suddenly states her water broke. the monitor reveals a FHR of 80- 85/min. the
nurse observes clear fluid and a loop of pulsating umbilical cord outside the client's vagina.
which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
place the client in the trendelenburg position
apply finger pressure to the presenting part
administer oxygen at 10 L/min via a face mask
ensure intravenous fluids are initiated
,Term 7 of 80
a nurse is reviewing the health record of a client who is pregnant. the provider indicated the
client exhibits probable signs of pregnancy. which of the following findings should the nurse
expect? (SATA)
enlarged montgomery glands
Goodell's sign
ballottement
Chadwick's sign
quickening
Term 8 of 80
a nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is receiving magnesium sulfate via continuous IV
infusion. which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering if
magnesium sulfate toxicity is suspected?
nifedipine
pyridoxine
ferrous sulfate
calcium gluconate
Term 9 of 80
a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about potential adverse effects of implantable
progestins. which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include? (SATA)
tinnitus
irregular vaginal bleeding
weight gain
breast changes
gingival hyperplasia
, Term 10 of 80
a nurse is caring for a client who is in labor. the nurse should identify that which of the
following infections can be treated during labor or immediately following birth? (SATA)
gonorrhea
chlamydia
HIV
group B streptococcus beta-hemolytic
TORCH infection
Term 11 of 80
a nurse is caring for a client who has been in labor for 12 hr, and her membranes are intact. the
provider has decided to perform an amniotomy in an effort to facilitate the progress of labor.
the nurse performs a vaginal examination to ensure which of the following prior to the
performance of the amniotomy?
fetal engagement
fetal lie
fetal attitude
fetal position
Term 12 of 80
a nurse is assisting in the care of a slient who has severe preeclampsia and is receiving
magnesium sulfate via continuous IV infusion. which of the following menifestations should the
nurse identify as an indication of magnesium sulfate toxicity? (SATA)
respirations less than 12/min
urinary ouput less than 30 mL/hr
hyperreflexic deep tendon reflexes
decreased level of consciousness
flushing and sweating
80 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 80
a nurse is caring for a client who has gonorrhea. which of the following medications should the
nurse anticipate the provider with prescribe?
ceftriazone
fluconazole
metronidazole
zidovudine
Term 2 of 80
a nurse is reviewing findings of a clients biophysical profile (BPP) with the charge nurse. which
of the following variables should the nurse expect the test to include? (SATA)
fetal weight
fetal breathing movement
fetal tone
fetal position
amniotic fluid volume
Term 3 of 80
a nurse is caring for a newborn who was born at 38 weeks of gestation, weighs 3,200g, and is
in the 60th percentile for weight. based on the weight and gestational age, the nurse should
assign the newborn which of the following classification?
low birth weight
appropriate for gestational age
small for gestational age
large for gestational age
,Term 4 of 80
a client experiences a large gush of fluid from her vagina while walking in the hallway of the
birthing unit. which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
check the amniotic fluid for meconium
monitor FHR for distress
dry the client and make her comfortable
monitor uterine contractions
Term 5 of 80
a nurse is collecting data from a postpartum client who is exhibiting tearfulness, insomnia, lack
of appetite and a feeling of sadness. the nurse should identify these findings as an indication of
which of the following conditions?
postpartum fatigue
postpartum psychosis
postpartum endometritis
postpartum blues
Term 6 of 80
a nurse is assisting with the care of a client in active labor. when last examined 2hr ago, the
client's cervix was 3 cm dilated, 100% effaced, membranes intact, and the fetus was at a -2
station. the client suddenly states her water broke. the monitor reveals a FHR of 80- 85/min. the
nurse observes clear fluid and a loop of pulsating umbilical cord outside the client's vagina.
which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
place the client in the trendelenburg position
apply finger pressure to the presenting part
administer oxygen at 10 L/min via a face mask
ensure intravenous fluids are initiated
,Term 7 of 80
a nurse is reviewing the health record of a client who is pregnant. the provider indicated the
client exhibits probable signs of pregnancy. which of the following findings should the nurse
expect? (SATA)
enlarged montgomery glands
Goodell's sign
ballottement
Chadwick's sign
quickening
Term 8 of 80
a nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is receiving magnesium sulfate via continuous IV
infusion. which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering if
magnesium sulfate toxicity is suspected?
nifedipine
pyridoxine
ferrous sulfate
calcium gluconate
Term 9 of 80
a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about potential adverse effects of implantable
progestins. which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include? (SATA)
tinnitus
irregular vaginal bleeding
weight gain
breast changes
gingival hyperplasia
, Term 10 of 80
a nurse is caring for a client who is in labor. the nurse should identify that which of the
following infections can be treated during labor or immediately following birth? (SATA)
gonorrhea
chlamydia
HIV
group B streptococcus beta-hemolytic
TORCH infection
Term 11 of 80
a nurse is caring for a client who has been in labor for 12 hr, and her membranes are intact. the
provider has decided to perform an amniotomy in an effort to facilitate the progress of labor.
the nurse performs a vaginal examination to ensure which of the following prior to the
performance of the amniotomy?
fetal engagement
fetal lie
fetal attitude
fetal position
Term 12 of 80
a nurse is assisting in the care of a slient who has severe preeclampsia and is receiving
magnesium sulfate via continuous IV infusion. which of the following menifestations should the
nurse identify as an indication of magnesium sulfate toxicity? (SATA)
respirations less than 12/min
urinary ouput less than 30 mL/hr
hyperreflexic deep tendon reflexes
decreased level of consciousness
flushing and sweating
