NSG 210 Maternal Newborn Questions with
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A nurse in a prenatal clinic is assessing an adult client who had genital cutting
performed as a child as part of her cultural practices. The nurse notes the client's
clitoris and labia minora were removed, and she has scarring in the vaginal area. Which
of the following actions should the nurse take?
1) report the findings to local authorities
2) ask the client who performed the cutting
3) inform the client that giving birth vaginally might not be possible
4) prepare the client for the increased risk of spontaneous abortion Ans: 3) inform
the client that giving birth vaginally might not be possible
the nurse should recognize that female genital cutting is done in early adolescence as a
part of some religious and cultural practices. the scarring that can result from this
practice may necessitate a c-section.
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving spinal anesthesia. the nurse should
identify which of the following findings as a complication of the infusion?
1) maternal hypotension
2) fetal tachycardia
3) increased fetal heart rate variability
4) maternal hypothermia Ans: maternal hypotension: is a common adverse effect of a
spinal block. to prevent supine hypotension, the client should lie on a side or lie supine
with a wedge under a hip to displace the uterus
,A nurse is providing discharge instructions for a client who had a c-section 4 days ago.
The client's hemoglobin level is 9.2g/dL, and the provider has prescribed an iron
supplement. which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to help
increase the client's iron intake?
1) spinach
2) citrus fruit
3) milk
4) whole grain bread Ans: citrus fruit: foods that have a high vit c content help
increase the absorption of iron. These foods include citrus fruits, strawberries, melons,
and tomatoes.
A nurse is preparing a client who is in labor for the insertion of an intrauterine
pressure catheter. The client asks why this type of monitoring is needed. Which of the
following responses should the nurse make?
1) "This type of monitoring is necessary for timing the frequency of your contractions."
2) "This type of monitoring is noninvasive, so it is the best way to monitor your labor
contractions."
3) "This type of monitor allows us to evaluate your baby's heart rate while you are in
labor."
4) "This type of monitor will allow us to measure the intensity of your contractions."
Ans: 4) "This type of monitor will allow us to measure the intensity of your
contractions."
A nurse is teaching a client who is breastfeeding about strategies for preventing
mastitis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
1) "Take an herbal galactagogue"
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, 2) "Gradually increase the time in between feedings"
3) "Wear an underwire bra."
4) "Use your finger to release suction after feeding." Ans: 4) "Use your finger to
release suction after feeding."
Releasing the newborn's grasp on the nipple with a finger before removing the
newborn from the breast helps prevent injury to the nipples, which can lead to
mastitis.
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing prolonged labor. Which of the
following fetal monitoring results indicates fetal compromise?
1) baseline fetal heartrate of 110-130bpm
2) moderate baseline variability
3) accelerations in response to fetal stimulations
4) late decelerations with fetal bradycardia Ans: 4) late decelerations with fetal
bradycardia: indicates fetus is not tolerating labor and may be compromised
A nurse in a clinic is providing education to a client at 32wks of gestation who has
pruritus gravidarum. Which of the following pieces of information should the nurse
provide?
1) "You should slightly increase your exposure to sunlight."
2) "You will need extensive dermatological treatment for this condition after you
deliver your baby."
3) "Your provider will schedule weekly lab testing to monitor your liver function."
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A nurse in a prenatal clinic is assessing an adult client who had genital cutting
performed as a child as part of her cultural practices. The nurse notes the client's
clitoris and labia minora were removed, and she has scarring in the vaginal area. Which
of the following actions should the nurse take?
1) report the findings to local authorities
2) ask the client who performed the cutting
3) inform the client that giving birth vaginally might not be possible
4) prepare the client for the increased risk of spontaneous abortion Ans: 3) inform
the client that giving birth vaginally might not be possible
the nurse should recognize that female genital cutting is done in early adolescence as a
part of some religious and cultural practices. the scarring that can result from this
practice may necessitate a c-section.
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving spinal anesthesia. the nurse should
identify which of the following findings as a complication of the infusion?
1) maternal hypotension
2) fetal tachycardia
3) increased fetal heart rate variability
4) maternal hypothermia Ans: maternal hypotension: is a common adverse effect of a
spinal block. to prevent supine hypotension, the client should lie on a side or lie supine
with a wedge under a hip to displace the uterus
,A nurse is providing discharge instructions for a client who had a c-section 4 days ago.
The client's hemoglobin level is 9.2g/dL, and the provider has prescribed an iron
supplement. which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to help
increase the client's iron intake?
1) spinach
2) citrus fruit
3) milk
4) whole grain bread Ans: citrus fruit: foods that have a high vit c content help
increase the absorption of iron. These foods include citrus fruits, strawberries, melons,
and tomatoes.
A nurse is preparing a client who is in labor for the insertion of an intrauterine
pressure catheter. The client asks why this type of monitoring is needed. Which of the
following responses should the nurse make?
1) "This type of monitoring is necessary for timing the frequency of your contractions."
2) "This type of monitoring is noninvasive, so it is the best way to monitor your labor
contractions."
3) "This type of monitor allows us to evaluate your baby's heart rate while you are in
labor."
4) "This type of monitor will allow us to measure the intensity of your contractions."
Ans: 4) "This type of monitor will allow us to measure the intensity of your
contractions."
A nurse is teaching a client who is breastfeeding about strategies for preventing
mastitis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
1) "Take an herbal galactagogue"
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, 2) "Gradually increase the time in between feedings"
3) "Wear an underwire bra."
4) "Use your finger to release suction after feeding." Ans: 4) "Use your finger to
release suction after feeding."
Releasing the newborn's grasp on the nipple with a finger before removing the
newborn from the breast helps prevent injury to the nipples, which can lead to
mastitis.
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing prolonged labor. Which of the
following fetal monitoring results indicates fetal compromise?
1) baseline fetal heartrate of 110-130bpm
2) moderate baseline variability
3) accelerations in response to fetal stimulations
4) late decelerations with fetal bradycardia Ans: 4) late decelerations with fetal
bradycardia: indicates fetus is not tolerating labor and may be compromised
A nurse in a clinic is providing education to a client at 32wks of gestation who has
pruritus gravidarum. Which of the following pieces of information should the nurse
provide?
1) "You should slightly increase your exposure to sunlight."
2) "You will need extensive dermatological treatment for this condition after you
deliver your baby."
3) "Your provider will schedule weekly lab testing to monitor your liver function."
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