OB and Maternity NCLEX Practice Questions
419 questions
Which medication is typically administered to a newborn to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum?Which intervention is most appropriate for a postpartum client diagnosed with mastitis?A client with a urinary tract infection (UTI) during pregnancy receives nitrofurantoin. Why is nitrofurantoin a preferred antibiotic for UTIs…A postpartum client expresses concerns about resuming sexual activity. What is the most appropriate nursing response?A nurse is assessing a pregnant client for probable signs of pregnancy. Which of the following would the nurse include…What does a late deceleration pattern on a fetal heart rate (FHR) monitor indicate?A pregnant client at 28 weeks gestation complains of leg cramps at night. Which instruction should the nurse provide to…A newborn is diagnosed with hyperbilirubinemia. Phototherapy is a common treatment for this condition. How does phototherapy work to treat…A newborn is diagnosed with hyperbilirubinemia. Phototherapy is a common treatment for this condition. How does phototherapy work to treat…Which of the following is a sign that a woman is in the active phase of the first stage of…Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated maternal anemia during pregnancy?A postpartum client who delivered via cesarean section complains of persistent abdominal distention and discomfort. What intervention should the nurse…Which of the following is a sign of placental separation?A postpartum client asks about contraception options. Which method is considered safe and effective during lactation?A client with gestational diabetes is prescribed insulin. Which type of insulin has the fastest onset of action?Which maternal position is recommended to alleviate supine hypotension syndrome during labor?During a prenatal visit at 16 weeks gestation, a client reports experiencing nasal congestion and occasional nosebleeds. Which response by…Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated gestational diabetes?Which of the following is the normal range for a fetal heart rate during early decelerations?A postpartum client with a history of opioid addiction requests pain medication. What action should the nurse take?Which of the following is characteristic of the transition phase of labor?During a prenatal visit at 22 weeks gestation, a client asks the nurse about the recommended frequency of fetal movements.…Which action is most appropriate for the nurse to take if a postpartum client exhibits signs of urinary retention?Which stage of labor is often referred to as the "pushing" stage?Which of the following statements regarding Hegar's sign is true?Which of the following is a common early sign of pregnancy?Which hormone stimulates uterine contractions during labor?Which maternal condition is associated with an increased risk of fetal heart rate (FHR) decelerations?A client at 28 weeks gestation reports experiencing nasal congestion. The nurse explains that this symptom is due to:A postpartum client is diagnosed with postpartum psychosis. What is the priority nursing intervention?Which medication is typically administered to a newborn to prevent respiratory distress syndrome?Which of the following factors is primarily responsible for initiating labor in pregnant women?Which maternal position is most effective for promoting fetal descent during labor?Which fetal presentation is most common?What is the primary purpose of internal fetal heart rate (FHR) monitoring?What marks the end of the third stage of labor?A pregnant client at 14 weeks gestation asks the nurse about the recommended prenatal vitamins. Which instruction should the nurse…When assessing a postpartum client, which finding would require immediate intervention?Which of the following is a common physiological change during pregnancy?The nurse is caring for a postpartum client with a history of deep vein thrombosis. Which intervention should be included…A postpartum client who is breastfeeding asks about nipple care. Which instruction should the nurse provide?Which of the following is a common indication for an episiotomy during delivery?Which of the following signs indicates that a postpartum client may be experiencing postpartum depression?A pregnant client in her second trimester reports experiencing quickening. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?Which fetal presentation requires immediate intervention during labor?Which statement by a postpartum client requires further teaching about breastfeeding?Which maneuver is used to assist with the delivery of the shoulders during childbirth?During which stage of labor does cervical dilation typically occur?What is the recommended position for breastfeeding to promote effective latch and milk transfer?What is the purpose of the initial assessment of the newborn immediately after birth?