Maternal Child Nursing Care
7th Edition
Author(s)Shannon Perry
PublisherPublished
by Mosby Copyright© 2023
ISBN: 9780323776714
TEST BANK
,Question 1: Multiple Choice
A maternity nurse is reviewing changes that have improved
maternal and infant outcomes over the past two decades.
Which advancement has had the greatest impact on reducing
maternal and neonatal morbidity?
A. Increased use of printed educational pamphlets
B. Integration of evidence-based practice into maternity care
C. Elimination of prenatal laboratory testing
D. Restriction of family involvement during childbirth
Correct Answer
B. Integration of evidence-based practice into maternity care
Rationale
Evidence-based practice (EBP) improves clinical decision-
making through the use of current research, clinical expertise,
and patient preferences. EBP has significantly reduced
preventable maternal and neonatal complications.
Incorrect Options
A: Educational materials alone do not produce the broad
improvements associated with EBP.
C: Prenatal testing remains essential for identifying risk
factors.
D: Family-centered care promotes positive outcomes
rather than restricting involvement.
,Nursing Process
Implementation
Clinical Judgment Competency
Recognize Cues
Difficulty
Moderate
Bloom's Level
Application
Question 2: Multiple Choice
A nurse is participating in a quality improvement initiative
designed to reduce maternal mortality among underserved
populations. Which action best addresses health disparities?
A. Providing identical care regardless of patient circumstances
B. Limiting interpreter services to reduce costs
C. Screening for social determinants of health during prenatal
visits
D. Scheduling shorter prenatal appointments
Correct Answer
C. Screening for social determinants of health during prenatal
visits
Rationale
, Factors such as housing, transportation, income, and food
security significantly influence pregnancy outcomes. Identifying
barriers enables targeted interventions.
Incorrect Options
A: Equity requires individualized support rather than
identical treatment.
B: Interpreter services improve communication and safety.
D: Shorter visits may decrease opportunities for
assessment.
Nursing Process
Assessment
Clinical Judgment Competency
Recognize Cues
Difficulty
Moderate
Bloom's Level
Application
Question 3: SATA
The nurse understands that current trends in maternity care
include which practices?
Select all that apply.
7th Edition
Author(s)Shannon Perry
PublisherPublished
by Mosby Copyright© 2023
ISBN: 9780323776714
TEST BANK
,Question 1: Multiple Choice
A maternity nurse is reviewing changes that have improved
maternal and infant outcomes over the past two decades.
Which advancement has had the greatest impact on reducing
maternal and neonatal morbidity?
A. Increased use of printed educational pamphlets
B. Integration of evidence-based practice into maternity care
C. Elimination of prenatal laboratory testing
D. Restriction of family involvement during childbirth
Correct Answer
B. Integration of evidence-based practice into maternity care
Rationale
Evidence-based practice (EBP) improves clinical decision-
making through the use of current research, clinical expertise,
and patient preferences. EBP has significantly reduced
preventable maternal and neonatal complications.
Incorrect Options
A: Educational materials alone do not produce the broad
improvements associated with EBP.
C: Prenatal testing remains essential for identifying risk
factors.
D: Family-centered care promotes positive outcomes
rather than restricting involvement.
,Nursing Process
Implementation
Clinical Judgment Competency
Recognize Cues
Difficulty
Moderate
Bloom's Level
Application
Question 2: Multiple Choice
A nurse is participating in a quality improvement initiative
designed to reduce maternal mortality among underserved
populations. Which action best addresses health disparities?
A. Providing identical care regardless of patient circumstances
B. Limiting interpreter services to reduce costs
C. Screening for social determinants of health during prenatal
visits
D. Scheduling shorter prenatal appointments
Correct Answer
C. Screening for social determinants of health during prenatal
visits
Rationale
, Factors such as housing, transportation, income, and food
security significantly influence pregnancy outcomes. Identifying
barriers enables targeted interventions.
Incorrect Options
A: Equity requires individualized support rather than
identical treatment.
B: Interpreter services improve communication and safety.
D: Shorter visits may decrease opportunities for
assessment.
Nursing Process
Assessment
Clinical Judgment Competency
Recognize Cues
Difficulty
Moderate
Bloom's Level
Application
Question 3: SATA
The nurse understands that current trends in maternity care
include which practices?
Select all that apply.
