NURS 372 PRACTICE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
1. Which statement about family systems theory is inaccurate?
a. A family system is part of a larger suprasystem.
b. A family as a whole is equal to the sum of the individual members.
c. A change in one family member affects all family members.
d. Family members' behaviours are understood from a view of circular causal-
ity- Answers - b. A family as a whole is equal to the sum of the individual members
--> ÏWhole is more than the sum
of its parts
2. Which is a pictorial tool that can assist the nurse in assessing aspects of family
life over
generations?
a. Genogram
b. Family values construct
c. Ecomap
d. Human development wheel- Answers - a. Genogram (3 generations)
--> An ecomap
depicts family social relationships.
3. Which should the nurse do when using an interpreter to communicate with
a patient who
speaks a different language?
a. Respond promptly and positively to project authority.
b. Never use a family member as an interpreter.
,c. Talk directly to the patient when communicating.
d. Involve the family in all communication- Answers - c. Talk directly to the patient when
communicating.
4. Which theory helps nurses understand and assess families as a whole while
understanding and
assessing the individuals that make up that whole?
a. Family systems theory
b. Developmental theory
c. Family stress theory
d. Family assessment- Answers - a. Family systems theory
,5. T/F The primary focus of family-centred care is providing care to the whole
family.- Answers - F
--> Family-centred care is a philosophy that ensures the family is at the centre of all the care that
is provided. It is much more than just caring for the whole family but rather is health-oriented
and recognizes the importance of family participation and informed choice. It is based on
evidence-informed practice.
6. The use of which during pregnancy causes vasoconstriction and decreased
placental perfusion,
resulting in maternal and neonatal complications?
a. Alcohol
b. Caffeine
c. Tobacco
d. Vitamin A- Answers - c. Tobacco
-->Smoking in pregnancy is known to cause a decrease in placental perfusion and is the cause of
low birth weight
7. T/F IPV often begins with and escalates during pregnancy.- Answers - T
8. Which hormone is responsible for maturation of mammary gland tissue?
a. Estrogen
b. Testosterone
c. Prolactin
d. Progesterone- Answers - d. Progesterone
9. A nurse is providing genetic counselling for an expectant couple who already
have a child
with trisomy 18. What should the nurse do?
a. Tell the couple they need to terminate the pregnancy within 2 to 3 weeks.
, b. Explain that the fetus has a 50% chance of having the disorder.
c. Discuss options, including amniocentesis, to determine whether the fetus is
affected.
d. Refer the couple to a psychologist for emotional support.- Answers - c. Discuss
options, including amniocentesis, to determine whether the fetus is
attected.
1. Which statement about family systems theory is inaccurate?
a. A family system is part of a larger suprasystem.
b. A family as a whole is equal to the sum of the individual members.
c. A change in one family member affects all family members.
d. Family members' behaviours are understood from a view of circular causal-
ity- Answers - b. A family as a whole is equal to the sum of the individual members
--> ÏWhole is more than the sum
of its parts
2. Which is a pictorial tool that can assist the nurse in assessing aspects of family
life over
generations?
a. Genogram
b. Family values construct
c. Ecomap
d. Human development wheel- Answers - a. Genogram (3 generations)
--> An ecomap
depicts family social relationships.
3. Which should the nurse do when using an interpreter to communicate with
a patient who
speaks a different language?
a. Respond promptly and positively to project authority.
b. Never use a family member as an interpreter.
,c. Talk directly to the patient when communicating.
d. Involve the family in all communication- Answers - c. Talk directly to the patient when
communicating.
4. Which theory helps nurses understand and assess families as a whole while
understanding and
assessing the individuals that make up that whole?
a. Family systems theory
b. Developmental theory
c. Family stress theory
d. Family assessment- Answers - a. Family systems theory
,5. T/F The primary focus of family-centred care is providing care to the whole
family.- Answers - F
--> Family-centred care is a philosophy that ensures the family is at the centre of all the care that
is provided. It is much more than just caring for the whole family but rather is health-oriented
and recognizes the importance of family participation and informed choice. It is based on
evidence-informed practice.
6. The use of which during pregnancy causes vasoconstriction and decreased
placental perfusion,
resulting in maternal and neonatal complications?
a. Alcohol
b. Caffeine
c. Tobacco
d. Vitamin A- Answers - c. Tobacco
-->Smoking in pregnancy is known to cause a decrease in placental perfusion and is the cause of
low birth weight
7. T/F IPV often begins with and escalates during pregnancy.- Answers - T
8. Which hormone is responsible for maturation of mammary gland tissue?
a. Estrogen
b. Testosterone
c. Prolactin
d. Progesterone- Answers - d. Progesterone
9. A nurse is providing genetic counselling for an expectant couple who already
have a child
with trisomy 18. What should the nurse do?
a. Tell the couple they need to terminate the pregnancy within 2 to 3 weeks.
, b. Explain that the fetus has a 50% chance of having the disorder.
c. Discuss options, including amniocentesis, to determine whether the fetus is
affected.
d. Refer the couple to a psychologist for emotional support.- Answers - c. Discuss
options, including amniocentesis, to determine whether the fetus is
attected.
