Question 1

When integrating the principles of family-centered care, the nurse would include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Childbirth often results in changes in relationships within the family, including shifts in dynamics and roles. Family-centered care recognizes and supports these changes, emphasizing the importance of adapting care to meet the evolving needs of the family.

Question 2

When preparing a teaching plan for a group of first-time pregnant women, the nurse expects to review how maternity care has changed over the years. Which of the following would the nurse include when discussing events of the 20th century?

Accepted Answer

Free-standing birth centers were developed in the 20th century as part of a movement towards more personalized and less medicalized childbirth experiences.

Question 3

After teaching a group of students about pregnancy-related mortality, the instructor determines that additional teaching is needed when the students identify which condition as a leading cause?

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

The nurse is working with a group of community health members to develop a plan to address the special health needs of women. Which of the following conditions would the group address as the major problem?

Accepted Answer

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in many parts of the world, making it a major problem that a community health plan aimed at addressing women's health needs would likely focus on.

Question 5

When assessing a family for possible barriers to health care, the nurse would consider which factor to be most important?

Accepted Answer

Finances are often considered the most significant barrier to accessing healthcare. Many families may not have the insurance coverage or the financial resources needed to afford medical care, medications, or treatments, making it a critical factor to assess.

Question 6

After teaching a group of nursing students about the issue of informed consent. Which of the following, if identified by the student, would indicate an understanding of a violation of informed consent?

Accepted Answer

Performing a procedure on a minor without consent is a clear violation of informed consent principles, as minors typically cannot legally consent to medical procedures without the involvement of a parent or guardian.

Question 7

The nurse is trying to get consent to care for an 11-year-old boy with diabetic ketoacidosis. His parents are out of town on vacation, and the child is staying with a neighbor. Which action would be the priority?

Accepted Answer

Getting telephone consent with two people listening to the verbal consent is the priority because it is the most ethical and legal way to obtain consent for care.

Question 8

After teaching nursing students about the basic concepts of family-centered care, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students state which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Family-centered care recognizes the importance of involving the entire family in the care process, acknowledging that events such as childbirth affect all family members and can change family dynamics.

Question 9

A nursing instructor is preparing a class discussion on the trends in health care and health care delivery over the past several centuries. When discussing the changes during the past century, which of the following would the instructor be least likely to include?

Accepted Answer

Analysis of morbidity and mortality has been a component of healthcare for centuries, not just in the past century. It involves the study of the frequency, distribution, and determinants of diseases in populations, which has been a fundamental aspect of public health long before the last century. In contrast, the focus on disease prevention, health promotion, and wellness has significantly increased in more recent times, reflecting a shift towards more proactive and holistic approaches to health.

Question 10

A nurse is assigned to care for an Asian American client. The nurse develops a plan of care with the understanding that based on this client's cultural background, the client most likely views illness as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Many Asian cultures, including Chinese, view health and illness through the lens of balance, particularly the balance of yin and yang. This perspective sees illness as a result of disharmony or imbalance within the body.

Question 11

A nurse is developing a plan of care for a woman to ensure continuity of care during pregnancy, labor, and childbirth. Which of the following would be most important for the nurse to incorporate into that plan?

Accepted Answer

Educating the client about the importance of a support person is crucial for ensuring continuity of care during pregnancy, labor, and childbirth. A support person can provide emotional, physical, and informational support to the woman, which can positively impact her experience and outcomes.

Question 12

A nursing instructor is preparing a class discussion on case management in maternal and newborn health care. Which of the following would the instructor include as a key component? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Advocacy, coordination, communication, and resource management are key components of case management in maternal and newborn health care. Advocacy involves supporting and promoting the interests of the mother and newborn. Coordination and communication are essential for ensuring that all members of the healthcare team are informed and working together effectively. Resource management involves efficiently using available resources to meet the health needs of the mother and newborn. "Event managed care" is not a recognized term or component in this context.

Question 13

After teaching a group of students about the concept of maternal mortality, the instructor determines that additional teaching is needed when the students state which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Maternal mortality rates do not include accidental causes of death; they focus on deaths related to pregnancy or its management.

Question 14

A group of students are reviewing the historical aspects about childbirth. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify the use of twilight sleep as a key event during which time frame?

Accepted Answer

Twilight sleep, a method involving a combination of morphine and scopolamine administered to women during childbirth to induce a state of semi-consciousness and amnesia, was a significant practice in the early 1900s.

Question 15

A nurse is providing care to a woman who has just delivered a healthy newborn. Which action would least likely demonstrate application of the concept of family-centered care?

Accepted Answer

Family-centered care emphasizes the importance of involving the family in the care process, respecting their needs and preferences. Encouraging the woman to keep her other children at home does not support this concept as it limits family involvement and participation in the care and bonding process.

Question 16

When discussing fetal mortality with a group of students, a nurse addresses maternal factors. Which of the following would the nurse most likely include? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local community group about health status and children's health. Which of the following would the nurse include as one of the most significant measures?

Accepted Answer

The infant mortality rate is considered one of the most significant measures of a population's health status, including children's health, as it reflects the health and care provided to both pregnant women and infants. It encompasses a wide range of factors including prenatal care, birth outcomes, and infant health up to 1 year of age.

Question 18

A group of students are reviewing an article describing information related to indicators for women's health and the results of a national study. Which of the following would the students identify as being satisfactory for women? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local women's group about heart disease and women. Which of the following would the nurse expect to address when discussing measures to promote health.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

A nurse is working to develop a health education program for a local community to address breast cancer awareness. Which of the following would the nurse expect to include when describing this problem to the group? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

White women have higher rates of breast cancer, but African American women have higher mortality rates. Breast cancer is not the leading cause of cancer mortality in women; lung cancer is.

Quiz 1: Perspectives on Maternal, Newborn, and Womens Health Care