OB and Maternity NCLEX Practice Questions
419 questions
Which of the following is a normal physiological change during the postpartum period?A pregnant woman is experiencing dysfunctional labor patterns. Which nursing intervention is appropriate to address this issue?A pregnant client at 36 weeks gestation reports feeling increasingly short of breath when lying flat. Which action should the…Which of the following signs is characteristic of pregnancy and occurs around 6 to 12 days after conception?Which of the following is a common gastrointestinal symptom during pregnancy?A pregnant client reports experiencing constipation. The nurse advises the client to:Which maternal position is most effective in promoting uterine contractions during the third stage of labor?What maternal adaptation occurs during the fourth stage of labor?A postpartum client complains of perineal pain during defecation. What dietary recommendation should the nurse provide?What is the primary nursing intervention during the first stage of labor?Which of the following patterns is indicative of fetal well-being during electronic fetal monitoring?What intervention should the nurse prioritize for a client experiencing shoulder dystocia during delivery?A breastfeeding mother is prescribed an antibiotic for mastitis. Which antibiotic is safe to use during lactation?During the active phase of labor, which maternal vital sign should the nurse closely monitor?Which of the following signs is associated with the second trimester of pregnancy?A pregnant client is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. Which antibiotic is typically safe to use during pregnancy?During labor, a client receives oxytocin to augment contractions. What is the primary action of oxytocin?A postpartum client reports feeling dizzy when standing up. Which action should the nurse prioritize?A pregnant client with asthma requires medication for an exacerbation. Which medication is generally safe for use during pregnancy to…What maternal position is often recommended during the second stage of labor to facilitate fetal descent?A pregnant client at 20 weeks gestation asks the nurse about the best sleeping position. Which position should the nurse…A postpartum client is diagnosed with a retained placenta. What intervention should the nurse anticipate?What is the primary nursing intervention during the active phase of the first stage of labor?What is the recommended frequency for postpartum maternal vital sign assessment during the first 24 hours after childbirth?Sinusoidal fetal heart rate patterns are associated with:A pregnant client asks the nurse about the significance of Chadwick's sign. Which of the following explanations by the nurse…Which of the following maternal conditions is most likely to require close monitoring during the antepartum period?A newborn with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is undergoing surfactant therapy. What is the primary function of surfactant in the…What is the primary goal during the first stage of labor?A client with a urinary tract infection (UTI) during pregnancy receives nitrofurantoin. Why is nitrofurantoin a preferred antibiotic for UTIs…What is the most concerning fetal heart rate (FHR) pattern that requires immediate intervention?A postpartum client is diagnosed with mastitis. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?Which of the following statements regarding exercise during pregnancy is true?A pregnant client asks the nurse about the significance of Goodell's sign. Which of the following explanations by the nurse…Which maternal condition may necessitate a cesarean delivery?Which of the following is NOT considered a reassuring pattern in fetal heart rate monitoring?Which of the following is NOT a category in the Fetal Heart Rate (FHR) baseline variability classification?A newborn receives vitamin K injection shortly after birth. What is the purpose of administering vitamin K to a newborn?Which medication is typically administered to stimulate uterine contractions during labor?A client with a history of preterm birth is prescribed progesterone supplementation during pregnancy. What is the purpose of this…What is the primary focus of the second stage of labor?A client with gestational diabetes is considering alternative medication options to manage blood sugar. Metformin is a medication sometimes prescribed…What is the significance of the Ferguson reflex during labor?What is the purpose of prenatal visits during pregnancy?A woman in labor experiences persistent occiput posterior position. Which nursing intervention is appropriate to help facilitate fetal rotation?Which maternal position is associated with optimal fetal positioning during labor?Variable decelerations in fetal heart rate monitoring are often caused by:Which medication is commonly used as a topical anesthetic for pain relief during episiotomy or laceration repair during childbirth?Which of the following is a common complaint during the third trimester of pregnancy?The nurse is teaching a prenatal class about signs of preterm labor. Which symptom should the nurse emphasize as an…
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