Ati Maternal Newborn 2024-2025 Exam

A nurse is assessing a client at 34 weeks gestation who has a mild placental abruption. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A. Dark red vaginal bleeding B. Increased platelet count C. Fetal Distress D. Decreased urinary output A. Dark red vaginal bleeding Rationale: The nurse should expect this client with mild placental abruption to have minimal dark red vaginal bleeding. A nurse is planning care for a newborn who is receiving phototherapy for an elevated bilirubin level. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Offer the newborn glucose water between feedings B. Keep the newborns eye patches on during feedings. C. Apply barrier ointment to the newborn's perianal D. Use a photometer to monitor the lamp's energy. D. Use a photometer to monitor the lamp's energy Rationale: The nurse should monitor the lamp's energy throughout the therapy to ensure the newborn is receiving the appropriate amount to be effective.A nurse is assessing a newborn and notes an axillary temperature of 96.9F (36C). Which of the following actions should the nurse perform? A. Obtain a rectal temperature B. Assess the newborn's blood glucose level C. Bath the newborn D. Place the infant in front