MATERNITY AND PEDIATRIC NURSING
5TH EDITION
AUTHOR(S)SUSAN SCOTT RICCI; TERRI
KYLE; SUSAN CARMAN
TEST BANK
1) Evolution of Maternal and Newborn Nursing
Reference: Ch. 1 — Evolution of Maternal and Newborn
Nursing
Stem:
A postpartum nurse precepts a student who asks how
maternity care has changed over time. The nurse explains
that modern care now emphasizes evidence-based
practice, family participation, and early detection of
,complications. Which action best reflects this evolution in
practice?
Options:
A. Involving the partner in breastfeeding and discharge
teaching
B. Limiting education to the obstetric provider
C. Delaying newborn assessment until the second day of
life
D. Avoiding discussion of postpartum warning signs to
reduce anxiety
Correct Answer: A
Rationales:
A. Modern maternity care is family-centered and
collaborative. Including the partner supports teaching,
improves adherence, and strengthens safety after
discharge.
B. Restricting education to the provider reflects
outdated, hierarchical care and limits nursing influence on
outcomes.
C. Early newborn assessment is essential for
identifying thermoregulation, feeding, and respiratory
problems.
D. Teaching warning signs is a safety priority, not
something to avoid.
,Teaching Point: Family-centered teaching improves
maternal–newborn safety and readiness for discharge.
Citation: Maternity and Pediatric Nursing. (n.d.). 5th ed.,
Ch. 1.
2) Evolution of Pediatric Nursing
Reference: Ch. 1 — Evolution of Pediatric Nursing
Stem:
A pediatric nurse is preparing a well-child visit for a 3-
year-old. The parent asks why the visit includes growth
tracking, developmental screening, and safety teaching
even though the child is not ill. Which response best
reflects modern pediatric nursing?
Options:
A. “Pediatric nursing now focuses on prevention and
developmental surveillance.”
B. “Those visits are mainly for children who are already
sick.”
C. “Developmental screening is only needed when parents
are concerned.”
D. “Safety teaching is optional unless the child has a
chronic illness.”
Correct Answer: A
Rationales:
A. Pediatric nursing emphasizes prevention, health
, promotion, and early identification of developmental
concerns.
B. Well-child care is preventive, not limited to illness
treatment.
C. Routine screening detects delays that families may
not notice.
D. Safety education is appropriate for all children,
regardless of diagnosis.
Teaching Point: Pediatric nursing prioritizes prevention,
development, and anticipatory guidance.
Citation: Maternity and Pediatric Nursing. (n.d.). 5th ed.,
Ch. 1.
3) Health Status of Women and Children: Mortality
Reference: Ch. 1 — Health Status of Women and
Children — Mortality
Stem:
A community health nurse reviews local data showing an
increased rate of infant deaths related to premature birth
and delayed prenatal care. The nurse wants to implement
the most effective prevention strategy. Which intervention
is best?
Options:
A. Promote early prenatal care and referral for high-risk
pregnancy support
5TH EDITION
AUTHOR(S)SUSAN SCOTT RICCI; TERRI
KYLE; SUSAN CARMAN
TEST BANK
1) Evolution of Maternal and Newborn Nursing
Reference: Ch. 1 — Evolution of Maternal and Newborn
Nursing
Stem:
A postpartum nurse precepts a student who asks how
maternity care has changed over time. The nurse explains
that modern care now emphasizes evidence-based
practice, family participation, and early detection of
,complications. Which action best reflects this evolution in
practice?
Options:
A. Involving the partner in breastfeeding and discharge
teaching
B. Limiting education to the obstetric provider
C. Delaying newborn assessment until the second day of
life
D. Avoiding discussion of postpartum warning signs to
reduce anxiety
Correct Answer: A
Rationales:
A. Modern maternity care is family-centered and
collaborative. Including the partner supports teaching,
improves adherence, and strengthens safety after
discharge.
B. Restricting education to the provider reflects
outdated, hierarchical care and limits nursing influence on
outcomes.
C. Early newborn assessment is essential for
identifying thermoregulation, feeding, and respiratory
problems.
D. Teaching warning signs is a safety priority, not
something to avoid.
,Teaching Point: Family-centered teaching improves
maternal–newborn safety and readiness for discharge.
Citation: Maternity and Pediatric Nursing. (n.d.). 5th ed.,
Ch. 1.
2) Evolution of Pediatric Nursing
Reference: Ch. 1 — Evolution of Pediatric Nursing
Stem:
A pediatric nurse is preparing a well-child visit for a 3-
year-old. The parent asks why the visit includes growth
tracking, developmental screening, and safety teaching
even though the child is not ill. Which response best
reflects modern pediatric nursing?
Options:
A. “Pediatric nursing now focuses on prevention and
developmental surveillance.”
B. “Those visits are mainly for children who are already
sick.”
C. “Developmental screening is only needed when parents
are concerned.”
D. “Safety teaching is optional unless the child has a
chronic illness.”
Correct Answer: A
Rationales:
A. Pediatric nursing emphasizes prevention, health
, promotion, and early identification of developmental
concerns.
B. Well-child care is preventive, not limited to illness
treatment.
C. Routine screening detects delays that families may
not notice.
D. Safety education is appropriate for all children,
regardless of diagnosis.
Teaching Point: Pediatric nursing prioritizes prevention,
development, and anticipatory guidance.
Citation: Maternity and Pediatric Nursing. (n.d.). 5th ed.,
Ch. 1.
3) Health Status of Women and Children: Mortality
Reference: Ch. 1 — Health Status of Women and
Children — Mortality
Stem:
A community health nurse reviews local data showing an
increased rate of infant deaths related to premature birth
and delayed prenatal care. The nurse wants to implement
the most effective prevention strategy. Which intervention
is best?
Options:
A. Promote early prenatal care and referral for high-risk
pregnancy support
