Test Bank for Maternal Child Nursing Care,
7th Edition
Maternal Medical Risk Factors Correct Answer: Common issues include diabetes and
hypertension in pregnancy.
SBAR Technique Correct Answer: Framework for communication: Situation,
Background, Assessment, Recommendation.
Evidence-Based Approach Correct Answer: Practice based on research and clinical
guidelines.
Infant Mortality Prevention Correct Answer: Consistent prenatal care reduces risks for
infants.
Health Literacy Correct Answer: Understanding health information; simplified
communication is key.
Access to Care Barriers Correct Answer: Inability to pay is the main barrier for pregnant
women.
Patient Care Procedures Correct Answer: Consult agency's manual for correct
procedure guidelines.
Chronic Hypertension Correct Answer: High blood pressure present before pregnancy.
Anemia in Pregnancy Correct Answer: Common concern but not a leading risk factor.
Mitral Valve Prolapse (MVP) Correct Answer: Not frequently reported as a maternal
risk factor.
Prenatal Care Appointments Correct Answer: Essential for monitoring and managing
pregnancy health.
Teamwork in Nursing Correct Answer: Collaboration with clinicians improves patient
outcomes.
Cognitive Level: Knowledge Correct Answer: Understanding basic facts and concepts
in nursing.
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Cognitive Level: Comprehension Correct Answer: Ability to understand and interpret
information.
Cognitive Level: Application Correct Answer: Using knowledge in practical, real-world
situations.
Cognitive Level: Evaluation Correct Answer: Assessing understanding and
effectiveness of communication.
Minority Status Correct Answer: Disparities exist but not the main barrier to care.
Prenatal Intake Interview Correct Answer: Initial assessment to gather patient health
information.
Patient Education Materials Correct Answer: Often too complex for average adult
understanding.
Health Promotion Correct Answer: Strategies aimed at improving health outcomes.
Childbearing Cycle Correct Answer: Comprehensive care throughout pregnancy and
postpartum.
Clinical Practice Guidelines Correct Answer: Protocols developed to standardize patient
care.
Nursing Process: Assessment Correct Answer: Gathering and analyzing patient health
data.
Nursing Process: Planning Correct Answer: Developing care strategies based on
assessment.
Nursing Process: Implementation Correct Answer: Executing the planned nursing
interventions.
Nursing Process: Evaluation Correct Answer: Determining the effectiveness of nursing
actions.
Prenatal Clinic Correct Answer: Facility focused on care for pregnant women.
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Standards of Care Correct Answer: Guidelines ensuring safe patient care delivery.
Physician Responsibility Correct Answer: Physicians manage their own patient care
activities.
Nursing Textbook Information Correct Answer: Basic knowledge that may not reflect
current standards.
Infant Mortality Reduction Correct Answer: Focus on early prenatal care for better
outcomes.
Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) Correct Answer: Specialized units for high-risk
infants post-birth.
Alternative Therapies Correct Answer: Integrative approaches valuing patient input
and beliefs.
Negligence in Nursing Correct Answer: Failure to meet established standards of care.
Health Care Spending Correct Answer: U.S. spending driven by high obesity rates.
Accountability in Nursing Correct Answer: Legal responsibility for nursing practice.
Social Media Pitfalls Correct Answer: Risk of violating patient privacy and
confidentiality.
Integrative Health Care Correct Answer: Combines alternative therapies with
conventional treatments.
Prenatal Care Importance Correct Answer: Early care allows for timely diagnosis and
intervention.
Length of Hospital Stay Correct Answer: Extended stays improve self-care education,
not mortality.
Obstetric Care Mandate Correct Answer: Enforcement of care for all pregnant women is
impractical.
Patient Refusal of Treatment Correct Answer: Patients can refuse standard care with
informed consent.
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