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HESI: Maternity & Women's Health
Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
A pregnant client at 30 weeks gestation reports persistent headaches, blurred vision, and swelling in her hands. What should the nurse assess first?✔✔Signs of preeclampsia and check blood pressure
A client at 28 weeks gestation reports decreased fetal movement. What is the priority nursing action?✔✔Perform a non-stress test or instruct the client to count fetal movements
A postpartum client reports heavy vaginal bleeding with passage of large clots. What is the most important nursing intervention?✔✔Assess uterine tone, massage the fundus, and monitor vital signs
A client in labor at 39 weeks gestation has regular contractions every 3 minutes. What is the next nursing assessment?✔✔Check cervical dilation and effacement
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A client presents with rupture of membranes at 37 weeks gestation. What is the priority nursing action?✔✔Assess fetal heart rate, note time of rupture, and check for meconium-stained fluid
A postpartum client reports fever, chills, and foul-smelling lochia on day 4. What should the nurse suspect?✔✔Endometritis and notify the healthcare provider
A client at 34 weeks gestation reports sudden abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. What condition should the nurse consider?✔✔Placental abruption and prepare for emergency evaluation
A newborn is assessed 1 hour after birth and has a heart rate of 95 bpm with weak respirations.What is the priority action?✔✔Provide stimulation, clear airway if needed, and administer supplemental oxygen
A breastfeeding client reports sore nipples and engorged breasts. What is the appropriate nursing intervention? 2 / 4
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✔✔Assess latch and positioning, encourage frequent feeding, and use warm compresses before feeding
A client with gestational diabetes is unsure how to monitor blood sugar at home. What teaching should the nurse provide?✔✔Instruct on fingerstick glucose checks, target levels, diet, and insulin management if prescribed
A postpartum client complains of urinary retention and bladder distention. What should the nurse do first?✔✔Assess the bladder and consider catheterization if indicated
A client at 36 weeks gestation presents with sudden gush of fluid and back pain. What is the priority nursing assessment?✔✔Check fetal heart rate and assess for cord prolapse
A client in labor has late decelerations on the fetal monitor. What is the first nursing action?✔✔Reposition the client, administer oxygen, and notify the provider
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A client at 32 weeks gestation reports severe pruritus and dark urine. What condition should the nurse suspect?✔✔Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy and notify the provider
A postpartum client reports feeling tearful and anxious 3 days after birth. What is the best nursing intervention?✔✔Assess for postpartum blues versus depression and provide emotional support and education
A client is scheduled for a cesarean section and asks about anesthesia options. What information should the nurse provide?✔✔Explain spinal and epidural anesthesia, benefits, risks, and potential effects on the newborn
A newborn has a temperature of 36.1°C at 2 hours of age. What is the best nursing action?✔✔Provide skin-to-skin contact, use warm blankets, and monitor for hypothermia
A client with placenta previa presents with painless vaginal bleeding. What is the nurse’s priority action?✔✔Assess maternal vital signs, monitor fetal heart rate, and prepare for further evaluation
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