ANTEPARTUM NCLEX-PN E XAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UPDATED
(2024/2025) (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
The nurse is assessing a client during a prenatal visit. The nurse takes the
client's temperature and notes that the temperature is 99.2° F. Which
nursing action is appropriate? - ANS ✓Document the temperature
A primigravida client comes to the clinic and has been diagnosed with a
urinary tract infection. She has repeatedly verbalized concern regarding
safety of the foetus. Which client problem does the nurse identify as
important at this time? - ANS ✓Fear about the safety of the foetus
During the antenatal period of a client diagnosed with the human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the nurse result of her rubella screening is
positive. routinely and discusses the findings. Which is the primary
purpose of this action? - ANS ✓To identify appropriate foetal development
The nurse is reviewing the record of a pregnant client and notes that the
health care provider has documented the presence of Chadwick's sign. The
nurse understands that which hormone is responsible for the development
of this sign? - ANS ✓Estrogen
A client is seen in the health care clinic for complaints of vaginal bleeding
and mild abdominal cramping. On further data collection, the nurse notes
that the client's last menstrual period was 10 weeks ago. The client reports
that a home pregnancy test was performed and the results were positive.
On physical examination, it is noted that the client has a dilated cervix. The
nurse understands that the client is at risk for which type of abortion? - ANS
✓Inevitable
1
ANTEPARTUM NCLEX
,ANTEPARTUM
A woman who is 8 weeks pregnant complains to the nurse about nausea.
Which advice should the nurse provide to this client about ways to assist
with this problem? Select all that apply. - ANS ✓1.
Avoid greasy foods.
2.
Eat 5 to 6 small meals each day.
3.
Do not drink fluids with meals.
The nurse is reviewing the record of a client who has just been told that a
pregnancy test is positive. Which probable signs of pregnancy refer to the
softening of the uterus and related structures? Select all that apply. - ANS
✓1.
Hegar's sign
3.
Goodell's sign
5.
McDonald's sign
The nurse is collecting data from a client with placenta previa during an
office visit. The nurse should check which item as first priority? - ANS
✓Signs of foetal distress
The nurse is providing health care information to a pregnant client who is
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive. The nurse instructs the
client that it is important to avoid alcohol and cigarettes during pregnancy
and to get adequate rest primarily to accomplish which goal? - ANS ✓Avoid
further stress on the maternal immune system.
2
ANTEPARTUM NCLEX
, ANTEPARTUM
A client who has just been told that she is pregnant asks a clinic nurse when
the foetus’s heart will be developed and beating. The nurse tells the client
that the foetal heart is beating at what gestational week? Fill in the blank. -
ANS ✓5
A couple comes to the family planning clinic and asks about sterilization
procedures. Which question by the nurse would determine whether this
method of family planning would be appropriate? - ANS ✓"Do you plan to
have any other children?"
The nurse is assisting in planning care to meet the emotional needs of a
pregnant woman. Which nursing intervention would be least likely to assist
in meeting her emotional needs? - ANS ✓Providing the mother with
pamphlets and booklets to read about the pregnancy
A maternity nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to the hospital with
a diagnosis of gestational diabetes. This is the client's first pregnancy.
Which statement by the client indicates a knowledge deficit regarding
gestational diabetes? - ANS ✓"I shouldn't have eaten so many sweets before I
became pregnant."
The nurse is assisting in conducting a prepared childbirth class and is
instructing pregnant women about the method of effleurage. The nurse
instructs the women to perform the procedure by taking which action? -
ANS ✓Massaging the abdomen during contractions using both hands in a circular
motion
The nurse is teaching a pregnant client about the physiological effects and
hormone changes that occur in pregnancy. The client asks the nurse about
the purpose of estrogen. Which description characterizes the purpose of
estrogen? - ANS ✓Estrogen stimulates uterine development to provide an
environment for the foetus and stimulates the breasts to prepare for lactation.
The nurse is performing an assessment on a pregnant client who has had a
severe asthma attack. The nurse asks the client about prescription and
3
ANTEPARTUM NCLEX
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller ExamitorMagnus. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $11.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
