Nursing Exam: Cultural Competence, Holistic
Patient Assessment (Biographic, Gynecologic,
Obstetric, and Lifestyle History),
Reproductive Cycle Physiology (Hormones,
Menstrual Phases, Ovulation), Pregnancy
Physiology (Trimester-Specific Changes in
Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal,
Urinary, Integumentary, and Endocrine
Systems), Fetal Development and
Organogenesis (Weeks 3–38, Stages of
Development, Placenta and Umbilical Cord
Function, Hormone Secretion) Exam
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Religion
Language
Profession
Age
Gender Identity
Disability
Sexual Orientation
Beliefs
Tradition
cultures include
good communication and an open mind
Key to cultural competence:
Cultural competence
, the capacity to work effectively with people, integrating elements of their culture--vocabulary,
values, attitudes, rules, and norms. Translation of knowledge into action.
Organogenesis
3-10 weeks
early education and interventions are critical
formation of fetal organs (gestation weeks: ___ to ____)
26.3 years
average maternal age at the time of first birth
20-34 years old
pregnancies with maternal age are not considered high risk:
potential for diminished egg quality
increased risk of pregnancy related complications
increased risk of preexisting health conditions
pregnancies after 35 are considered high risk due to:
socioeconomic conditions
adolescent pregnancies under the age of 20 are considered high risk largely due to:
Sexual history
Questions about self care and healthy behaviors
Biographic data
allergies
diet
sleep patterns
immunizations (non live)
workplace and environmental habits
eating habits
family history
holistic interview about patient includes:
Age of menarche (menses)
Date of last menstrual period
Cycle length and regularity
STIs