7th Edition
Author(s)Shannon Perry
PublisherPublished
by Mosby Copyright© 2023
ISBN: 9780323776714
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PART 1: MATERNITY NURSING
UNIT 1: Introduction to Maternity Nursing
Topic: 21st-Century Maternity Nursing
Subtopics:
Advances in the care of mothers and infants
Efforts to reduce health disparities
Contemporary issues and trends
Trends in nursing practice
Question 1
Question Type
Multiple Choice
Difficulty Level
Moderate
Cognitive Level
,Apply
Clinical Judgment Competency
Recognize Cues, Take Action
Nursing Process Linkage
Implementation
Question
A maternity nurse is participating in a quality improvement
meeting focused on reducing maternal mortality. Which
nursing action best reflects current 21st-century maternity
nursing priorities?
A. Limiting prenatal visits to reduce healthcare costs
B. Providing standardized care without considering cultural
factors
C. Promoting evidence-based interventions and early
identification of risk factors
D. Encouraging home birth for all low-risk pregnancies
Correct Answer
C. Promoting evidence-based interventions and early
identification of risk factors
Rationale
Modern maternity nursing emphasizes evidence-based
practice, prevention, risk identification, and improved maternal
, outcomes. Early recognition of complications can significantly
reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.
Incorrect Option Analysis
A: Reduced access may delay detection of complications.
B: Cultural competence is essential in modern care.
D: Birth setting decisions should be individualized.
Key Takeaway
Evidence-based, preventive care is a cornerstone of
contemporary maternity nursing.
Question 2
Question Type
SATA
Difficulty Level
Moderate
Cognitive Level
Analyze
Clinical Judgment Competency
Recognize Cues, Analyze Cues
Nursing Process Linkage
Assessment