Maternal Child Nursing Care
7th Edition
• Author(s)Shannon Perry
,Question 1
Question:
A nurse is caring for women and newborns in a contemporary maternity
setting. Which nursing practice best reflects a major characteristic of
21st-century maternity care?
A. Focusing primarily on routine procedures rather than individual
preferences
B. Using evidence-informed care while incorporating the preferences
and needs of the family
C. Limiting family participation to reduce interruptions during care
D. Providing the same plan of care to all mothers regardless of risk
factors
Correct Answer: B. Using evidence-informed care while incorporating
the preferences and needs of the family
Rationale:
Contemporary maternity nursing integrates evidence-informed practice
with individualized, family-centered care. The nurse considers clinical
evidence, maternal and newborn needs, cultural factors, preferences,
and safety when developing and providing care.
Why the Other Options Are Incorrect:
A. Routine procedures may be appropriate in some circumstances, but
contemporary nursing emphasizes individualized assessment and
evidence-informed interventions rather than procedure-centered care.
B. This option correctly reflects evidence-informed, individualized, and
family-centered maternity nursing.
,C. Family participation is often encouraged when appropriate because it
can support education, coping, bonding, and shared decision-making.
D. Care should be individualized according to maternal, fetal, newborn,
and family needs rather than standardized without consideration of
individual risk.
Question 2
Question:
Which change has most influenced modern maternity nursing practice?
A. Greater reliance on tradition when selecting nursing interventions
B. Reduced use of clinical assessment because technology provides
most necessary information
C. Increased emphasis on evidence-informed practice and clinical
decision-making
D. Decreased collaboration among maternity healthcare professionals
Correct Answer: C. Increased emphasis on evidence-informed practice
and clinical decision-making
Rationale:
Modern maternity nursing increasingly relies on current evidence,
systematic assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical
judgment. Nurses are expected to interpret information and apply
evidence to individualized maternal and newborn care.
Why the Other Options Are Incorrect:
A. Tradition alone is not an adequate basis for contemporary nursing
practice.
B. Technology supports assessment but does not replace nursing
, observation, assessment, or clinical judgment.
C. Evidence-informed decision-making is a central feature of
contemporary nursing practice.
D. Collaboration has become increasingly important in caring for
mothers and infants with diverse and complex needs.
Question 3
Question:
A maternity nurse is teaching a student about advances in maternal and
newborn care. Which statement by the student demonstrates the best
understanding?
A. “Technologic advances have eliminated most risks associated with
pregnancy and birth.”
B. “Advances in care allow earlier recognition of maternal and newborn
problems.”
C. “Modern technology means nurses no longer need strong
assessment skills.”
D. “Advances in care have made family involvement less important.”
Correct Answer: B. “Advances in care allow earlier recognition of
maternal and newborn problems.”
Rationale:
Advances in diagnostic techniques, monitoring, treatment, and
neonatal care can improve early recognition and management of
complications. Nursing assessment remains essential for interpreting
findings and determining appropriate interventions.
7th Edition
• Author(s)Shannon Perry
,Question 1
Question:
A nurse is caring for women and newborns in a contemporary maternity
setting. Which nursing practice best reflects a major characteristic of
21st-century maternity care?
A. Focusing primarily on routine procedures rather than individual
preferences
B. Using evidence-informed care while incorporating the preferences
and needs of the family
C. Limiting family participation to reduce interruptions during care
D. Providing the same plan of care to all mothers regardless of risk
factors
Correct Answer: B. Using evidence-informed care while incorporating
the preferences and needs of the family
Rationale:
Contemporary maternity nursing integrates evidence-informed practice
with individualized, family-centered care. The nurse considers clinical
evidence, maternal and newborn needs, cultural factors, preferences,
and safety when developing and providing care.
Why the Other Options Are Incorrect:
A. Routine procedures may be appropriate in some circumstances, but
contemporary nursing emphasizes individualized assessment and
evidence-informed interventions rather than procedure-centered care.
B. This option correctly reflects evidence-informed, individualized, and
family-centered maternity nursing.
,C. Family participation is often encouraged when appropriate because it
can support education, coping, bonding, and shared decision-making.
D. Care should be individualized according to maternal, fetal, newborn,
and family needs rather than standardized without consideration of
individual risk.
Question 2
Question:
Which change has most influenced modern maternity nursing practice?
A. Greater reliance on tradition when selecting nursing interventions
B. Reduced use of clinical assessment because technology provides
most necessary information
C. Increased emphasis on evidence-informed practice and clinical
decision-making
D. Decreased collaboration among maternity healthcare professionals
Correct Answer: C. Increased emphasis on evidence-informed practice
and clinical decision-making
Rationale:
Modern maternity nursing increasingly relies on current evidence,
systematic assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical
judgment. Nurses are expected to interpret information and apply
evidence to individualized maternal and newborn care.
Why the Other Options Are Incorrect:
A. Tradition alone is not an adequate basis for contemporary nursing
practice.
B. Technology supports assessment but does not replace nursing
, observation, assessment, or clinical judgment.
C. Evidence-informed decision-making is a central feature of
contemporary nursing practice.
D. Collaboration has become increasingly important in caring for
mothers and infants with diverse and complex needs.
Question 3
Question:
A maternity nurse is teaching a student about advances in maternal and
newborn care. Which statement by the student demonstrates the best
understanding?
A. “Technologic advances have eliminated most risks associated with
pregnancy and birth.”
B. “Advances in care allow earlier recognition of maternal and newborn
problems.”
C. “Modern technology means nurses no longer need strong
assessment skills.”
D. “Advances in care have made family involvement less important.”
Correct Answer: B. “Advances in care allow earlier recognition of
maternal and newborn problems.”
Rationale:
Advances in diagnostic techniques, monitoring, treatment, and
neonatal care can improve early recognition and management of
complications. Nursing assessment remains essential for interpreting
findings and determining appropriate interventions.
