7th Edition
• Author(s)Shannon Perry
• ISBN: 9780323776714
TEST BANK
,Question 1: Multiple Choice
A labor and delivery nurse is caring for a woman whose labor is
being monitored using wireless fetal monitoring technology.
Which statement best reflects a contemporary advancement in
maternity care?
A. Technology has eliminated the need for nursing assessment.
B. Wireless monitoring allows mobility while maintaining fetal
surveillance.
C. Electronic monitoring replaces all direct fetal assessments.
D. Continuous bed rest is required when wireless monitoring is
used.
Correct Answer
B. Wireless monitoring allows mobility while maintaining fetal
surveillance.
Rationale
Modern wireless fetal monitoring promotes maternal mobility
during labor while enabling continuous fetal assessment,
improving comfort and supporting physiologic labor.
Incorrect Options
• A: Nursing assessment remains essential.
• C: Technology supplements but does not replace clinical
assessment.
, • D: Wireless monitoring encourages movement, not bed
rest.
Nursing Process Linkage
Assessment
Clinical Judgment Competency
Recognize Cues
Difficulty
Easy
Bloom's Level
Understanding
Question 2: Multiple Choice
A maternity nurse is planning care for a culturally diverse
population. Which intervention best supports reduction of
maternal health disparities?
A. Providing identical education materials to all patients
B. Limiting interpreter use to emergencies
C. Assessing social determinants of health during prenatal visits
D. Avoiding discussions of cultural practices
Correct Answer
, C. Assessing social determinants of health during prenatal
visits
Rationale
Social determinants such as transportation, housing, food
security, and access to care significantly influence maternal
outcomes. Early assessment helps identify barriers and reduce
disparities.
Incorrect Options
• A: Individualized education is preferred.
• B: Interpreter services should be readily available.
• D: Cultural discussions improve patient-centered care.
Nursing Process Linkage
Assessment
Clinical Judgment Competency
Analyze Cues
Difficulty
Moderate
Bloom's Level
Application
Question 3: Multiple Choice