7th Edition
Author(s)Shannon Perry
PublisherPublished
by Mosby Copyright© 2023
ISBN: 9780323776714
TEST BANK
,Question 1
Type: Multiple Choice
A maternity nurse is participating in a quality-improvement
initiative aimed at reducing maternal mortality. Which
intervention best reflects a current evidence-based trend in
maternity care?
A. Limiting prenatal visits to reduce healthcare costs
B. Implementing standardized protocols for obstetric
emergencies
C. Restricting patient participation in care decisions
D. Eliminating interdisciplinary collaboration
Correct Answer:
B. Implementing standardized protocols for obstetric
emergencies
Rationale:
Standardized protocols improve early recognition and
management of obstetric emergencies such as hemorrhage and
hypertensive crises, reducing maternal morbidity and mortality.
Incorrect Option Analysis:
A: Reduced prenatal care may delay identification of
complications.
, C: Shared decision-making improves outcomes and patient
satisfaction.
D: Interprofessional collaboration is essential for safe
maternity care.
Nursing Process Linkage:
Planning, Implementation
Clinical Judgment Competencies:
Recognize cues, Generate solutions, Take action
Difficulty Level:
Moderate
Cognitive Level:
Applying
Question 2
Type: Multiple Choice
A nurse caring for a culturally diverse population wants to
reduce health disparities. Which action is most appropriate?
A. Provide identical teaching materials to all clients
B. Encourage clients to adopt healthcare beliefs used by the
institution
C. Assess each family's cultural beliefs and barriers to care
D. Delegate all educational activities to interpreters
, Correct Answer:
C. Assess each family's cultural beliefs and barriers to care
Rationale:
Understanding cultural practices, literacy levels, and access
barriers supports individualized care and helps reduce
disparities.
Incorrect Option Analysis:
A: Equal treatment is not always equitable treatment.
B: Cultural sensitivity is preferred over cultural
assimilation.
D: Nurses remain responsible for patient education.
Nursing Process Linkage:
Assessment
Clinical Judgment Competencies:
Recognize cues, Analyze cues
Difficulty Level:
Moderate
Cognitive Level:
Analyzing
Question 3