7th Edition
Author(s)Shannon Perry
PublisherPublished
by Mosby Copyright© 2023
ISBN: 9780323776714
TEST BANK
,Question 1: Multiple Choice
A maternity nurse is participating in a quality-improvement
project aimed at reducing maternal mortality. Which
intervention best reflects a current evidence-based approach to
improving maternal outcomes?
A. Limiting prenatal visits to reduce healthcare costs
B. Providing standardized screening for pregnancy-related
complications and social determinants of health
C. Restricting patient participation in care decisions
D. Delaying referral to specialists until complications become
severe
Correct Answer
B. Providing standardized screening for pregnancy-related
complications and social determinants of health
Rationale
Early identification of medical, psychosocial, and socioeconomic
risk factors improves maternal outcomes and reduces
preventable morbidity and mortality.
Incorrect Options
A: Fewer visits may delay detection of complications.
C: Shared decision-making improves outcomes.
D: Early referral promotes timely treatment.
,Nursing Process
Assessment
Clinical Judgment Competency
Recognize Cues
Difficulty
Moderate
Bloom's Level
Apply
Question 2: Multiple Choice
A nurse is discussing advances in maternity care with a nursing
student. Which advancement has most improved the early
detection of fetal abnormalities?
A. Electronic medical records
B. Genetic screening and diagnostic testing
C. Group prenatal care
D. Telehealth services
Correct Answer
B. Genetic screening and diagnostic testing
Rationale
, Modern prenatal genetic testing enables earlier identification
of chromosomal and congenital disorders.
Incorrect Options
A: Improves documentation but not direct detection.
C: Improves support and education.
D: Enhances access but not diagnostic capability.
Nursing Process
Assessment
Clinical Judgment Competency
Analyze Cues
Difficulty
Easy
Bloom's Level
Understand
Question 3: SATA
A nurse recognizes that social determinants of health may
contribute to maternal health disparities. Which factors should
the nurse assess?
Select all that apply.
A. Transportation access