OB HESI 2023 EXAM
A client who had her first baby 3 months ago & is breastfeeding her infant tells the nurse that
she is currently using the same diaphragm that she used before becoming pregnant. Which
information should the nurse provide this client?
A. After ceasing breastfeeding, the diaphragm should be resized.
B. Avoid intercourse during ovulation until the size of the diaphragm has been evaluated.
C. If no more than 20 pounds was gained during pregnancy, the diaphragm is safe to use.
D. Use an alternate form of contraceptive until a new diaphragm is obtained.
D. Use an alternate form of contraceptive until a new diaphragm is obtained.
The healthcare provider prescribes zidovudine 100mg po 5x daily for a pregnant woman who is
HIV positive. How much do you administer? (?)
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The nurse is preparing a young couple and their 24-hour-old infant for discharge from the
hospital. In conducting discharge ...
A. Ensure that they have the pediatric clinic's phone number.
B. Provide the results of the infant's hearing test to the parents.
C. Request a return demonstration of a diaper change.
D. Evaluate infant feeding technique prior to discharge.
D. Evaluate infant feeding technique prior to discharge.
,A 30-year-old primigravida delivers a 9-pound (4082 gram) infant vaginally after a 30-hour labor.
What is the priority nursing action for this client?
A. Gently massage the fundus every 4 hours.
B. Observe for signs of uterine hemorrhage.
C. Encourage direct contact with the infant.
D. Assess the blood pressure for hypertension.
A. Gently massage the fundus every 4 hours.
A multiparous client with active herpes lesion is admitted to the unit with spontaneous rupture
of membranes. Which action should the nurse do first?
A. Obtain blood cultures.
B. Cover the lesion with a dressing.
C. Administer penicillin.
D. Prepare for a cesarean section.
D. Prepare for a cesarean section.
The nurse is caring for a newborn who is 18 inches long, weighs 4 pounds, 14 ounces, has a
head circumference of 13 inches, and a chest circumference of 10 inches. Based on these
physical findings, assessments for which condition has the highest priority?
, A. Hyperbilirubinemia
B. Polycythemia
C. Hyperthermia
D. Hypoglycemia
D. Hypoglycemia
While assessing a 40-week gestation primigravida in active labor, the client's membranes
rupture spontaneously and the nurse notices that the amniotic fluid is meconium stained.
Which additional finding is most important for the nurse to report to the healthcare provider?
A. Maternal blood pressure of 130/85 mmHg.
B. Fetal heart rate of 100 to 110 bpm.
C. Vaginal exam reveals a cervix 6cm dilated.
D. Contractions occurring every 2-3 minutes.
A. Maternal blood pressure of 130/85 mmHg.
The nurse is caring for a 35-week gestation infant delivered by cesarean section 2 hours ago.
The nurse observes the infant's respiratory rate is 72 breaths/minute with nasal flaring,
grunting, and retractions. The nurse should recognize these findings indicate which
complication?
A. Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn.
B. Transient tachypnea of the newborn.
A client who had her first baby 3 months ago & is breastfeeding her infant tells the nurse that
she is currently using the same diaphragm that she used before becoming pregnant. Which
information should the nurse provide this client?
A. After ceasing breastfeeding, the diaphragm should be resized.
B. Avoid intercourse during ovulation until the size of the diaphragm has been evaluated.
C. If no more than 20 pounds was gained during pregnancy, the diaphragm is safe to use.
D. Use an alternate form of contraceptive until a new diaphragm is obtained.
D. Use an alternate form of contraceptive until a new diaphragm is obtained.
The healthcare provider prescribes zidovudine 100mg po 5x daily for a pregnant woman who is
HIV positive. How much do you administer? (?)
10
The nurse is preparing a young couple and their 24-hour-old infant for discharge from the
hospital. In conducting discharge ...
A. Ensure that they have the pediatric clinic's phone number.
B. Provide the results of the infant's hearing test to the parents.
C. Request a return demonstration of a diaper change.
D. Evaluate infant feeding technique prior to discharge.
D. Evaluate infant feeding technique prior to discharge.
,A 30-year-old primigravida delivers a 9-pound (4082 gram) infant vaginally after a 30-hour labor.
What is the priority nursing action for this client?
A. Gently massage the fundus every 4 hours.
B. Observe for signs of uterine hemorrhage.
C. Encourage direct contact with the infant.
D. Assess the blood pressure for hypertension.
A. Gently massage the fundus every 4 hours.
A multiparous client with active herpes lesion is admitted to the unit with spontaneous rupture
of membranes. Which action should the nurse do first?
A. Obtain blood cultures.
B. Cover the lesion with a dressing.
C. Administer penicillin.
D. Prepare for a cesarean section.
D. Prepare for a cesarean section.
The nurse is caring for a newborn who is 18 inches long, weighs 4 pounds, 14 ounces, has a
head circumference of 13 inches, and a chest circumference of 10 inches. Based on these
physical findings, assessments for which condition has the highest priority?
, A. Hyperbilirubinemia
B. Polycythemia
C. Hyperthermia
D. Hypoglycemia
D. Hypoglycemia
While assessing a 40-week gestation primigravida in active labor, the client's membranes
rupture spontaneously and the nurse notices that the amniotic fluid is meconium stained.
Which additional finding is most important for the nurse to report to the healthcare provider?
A. Maternal blood pressure of 130/85 mmHg.
B. Fetal heart rate of 100 to 110 bpm.
C. Vaginal exam reveals a cervix 6cm dilated.
D. Contractions occurring every 2-3 minutes.
A. Maternal blood pressure of 130/85 mmHg.
The nurse is caring for a 35-week gestation infant delivered by cesarean section 2 hours ago.
The nurse observes the infant's respiratory rate is 72 breaths/minute with nasal flaring,
grunting, and retractions. The nurse should recognize these findings indicate which
complication?
A. Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn.
B. Transient tachypnea of the newborn.
