RN ATI Maternal Newborn Exam Latest Update 70 Q&A
Question 1:
A nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and receiving an epidural. The client's blood
pressure drops from 120/80 mm Hg to 90/60 mm Hg. Which of the following actions should the
nurse take?
a) Increase the rate of the IV fluid infusion.
b) Place the client in a supine position.
c) Discontinue the epidural infusion.
d) Administer oxygen at 2 L/min via nasal cannula.
Answer: a) Increase the rate of the IV fluid infusion.
Question 2:
A nurse is assessing a newborn who was born 24 hours ago. Which of the following findings
should the nurse report to the provider?
a) Yellowing of the skin
b) Bluish discoloration of the hands and feet
c) Transient strabismus
d) Irregular respirations
Answer: a) Yellowing of the skin