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What aspect of abortion language is highlighted in relation to motherhood?
What aspect of abortion language is highlighted in relation to motherhood?
- It is framed as resistance to traditional pronatalist views. (correct)
- It primarily reflects the views of diverse communities.
- It is consistently inclusive of all racial/ethnic groups.
- It often reinforces traditional family structures.
What gap is noted in the understanding of individuals who have abortions in Canada?
What gap is noted in the understanding of individuals who have abortions in Canada?
- Lack of literature on the social implications of abortion.
- Insufficient understanding of diverse experiences in the context of abortion. (correct)
- Complete absence of racial/ethnic diversity in abortion experiences.
- Over-representation of cisgender men’s perspectives.
Which demographic is primarily associated with traditional views on motherhood in relation to abortion?
Which demographic is primarily associated with traditional views on motherhood in relation to abortion?
- White, middle-class families. (correct)
- Cisgender women of color.
- LGBTQ+ families.
- Single parents from diverse backgrounds.
Which of the following groups has seen increased representation in contemporary abortion literature in Canada?
Which of the following groups has seen increased representation in contemporary abortion literature in Canada?
How are women who choose abortion often perceived in relation to their femininity and fertility?
How are women who choose abortion often perceived in relation to their femininity and fertility?
What has become more flexible regarding abortion during the COVID-19 pandemic?
What has become more flexible regarding abortion during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Which of the following best describes the type of analysis applied in the literature review regarding abortion?
Which of the following best describes the type of analysis applied in the literature review regarding abortion?
What is one of the major focuses of abortion-related research in recent years in Canada?
What is one of the major focuses of abortion-related research in recent years in Canada?
How have advocates contributed to the abortion context in Canada during the latter half of the decade?
How have advocates contributed to the abortion context in Canada during the latter half of the decade?
What was significant about the approval of Mifegymiso in Canada?
What was significant about the approval of Mifegymiso in Canada?
Why is understanding discursive dynamics important in the context of abortion?
Why is understanding discursive dynamics important in the context of abortion?
What does the term 'gold-standard' refer to in the context of abortion-related research?
What does the term 'gold-standard' refer to in the context of abortion-related research?
Since its approval, how has the distribution of Mifegymiso varied across Canada?
Since its approval, how has the distribution of Mifegymiso varied across Canada?
What recent political action was taken by Ontario MPPs regarding abortion?
What recent political action was taken by Ontario MPPs regarding abortion?
What prevailing concerns arose during the COVID-19 pandemic related to abortion access?
What prevailing concerns arose during the COVID-19 pandemic related to abortion access?
What is a key aspect of the critical feminist lens used in discussing abortion?
What is a key aspect of the critical feminist lens used in discussing abortion?
What does the discussion mention about the landscape of abortion rights in Canada?
What does the discussion mention about the landscape of abortion rights in Canada?
What is a common challenge mentioned regarding procuring Mifegymiso in Canada?
What is a common challenge mentioned regarding procuring Mifegymiso in Canada?
What factor delayed the submission of Mifegymiso to Health Canada?
What factor delayed the submission of Mifegymiso to Health Canada?
What does the mention of 'evidence and media awareness' imply about abortion rights in Canada?
What does the mention of 'evidence and media awareness' imply about abortion rights in Canada?
How did the abortion rights landscape change in Canada after 1988?
How did the abortion rights landscape change in Canada after 1988?
What historical aspect does nursing practice today still reflect?
What historical aspect does nursing practice today still reflect?
What is one implication of the dominant discourses regarding abortion in nursing?
What is one implication of the dominant discourses regarding abortion in nursing?
Which theory is employed to analyze abortion discourses in nursing?
Which theory is employed to analyze abortion discourses in nursing?
What do the authors suggest about the role of nurses in abortion advocacy?
What do the authors suggest about the role of nurses in abortion advocacy?
What is highlighted as a significant barrier in nursing concerning abortion?
What is highlighted as a significant barrier in nursing concerning abortion?
How might literature on abortion discourses influence nursing practice?
How might literature on abortion discourses influence nursing practice?
What issue is raised in relation to women's health and abortion?
What issue is raised in relation to women's health and abortion?
What role do dominant discourses play in nursing's approach to abortion?
What role do dominant discourses play in nursing's approach to abortion?
What does matricentric feminist mothering focus on?
What does matricentric feminist mothering focus on?
Which publication discusses the public funding of abortion in Canada?
Which publication discusses the public funding of abortion in Canada?
What is the main focus of feminist critical discourse analysis according to Lazar?
What is the main focus of feminist critical discourse analysis according to Lazar?
Which of the following references focuses on using intersectionality in health risk assessments?
Which of the following references focuses on using intersectionality in health risk assessments?
What is the main theme of the work edited by Kagan, Smith, and Chinn?
What is the main theme of the work edited by Kagan, Smith, and Chinn?
Which article explores the concept of trans-inclusive abortion services?
Which article explores the concept of trans-inclusive abortion services?
What is a significant concern highlighted by Hankivsky regarding women's health?
What is a significant concern highlighted by Hankivsky regarding women's health?
Who authored the article about anti-abortion centers reopening near clinics?
Who authored the article about anti-abortion centers reopening near clinics?
Study Notes
Abortion Access in Canada
- Access to abortion is a contested issue in Canada.
- Abortion is legal in Canada since 1988 but access is still unequal.
- In Ontario, three MPPs opposed abortion and vowed to make it “unthinkable.”
- During the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns arose about abortion being considered an essential service.
- Advocates tirelessly worked for increased accessibility.
Key Facts about Mifegymiso
- Mifegymiso (mifepristone/misoprostol) is a medication used for abortion.
- Mifegymiso’s approval process in Canada was long and costly due to strict regulations and the small population size.
- Mifegymiso was approved in 2015 and became available in 2017.
- Mifegymiso is now available in at least part of each province/territory in Canada.
Challenges and Contradictions
- There is concern about a lack of diversity in participants in studies on abortion in Canada.
- Most research focuses on experiences of white cisgender women.
Motherhood and Abortion Discourse
- Dominant discourses frame motherhood as a core part of womanhood, often within a traditional pronatalist view.
- Abortion is often seen as a rejection of motherhood and femininity.
Nursing and Abortion Discourse
- Nurses are situated in historical and gendered contexts that can influence their practice.
- There is a need for increased visibility and emancipation in nursing practice related to abortion.
- More curriculum and opportunities are needed for nursing students to participate in abortion care.
Key Findings and Recommendations
- There are contradictions and challenges to assumptions about abortion, even in Canada where it is legal.
- Understanding diverse experiences of people who have abortions is crucial.
- A critical feminist lens can illuminate dominant and non-dominant discourses related to abortion, which is essential for nursing practice.
- More research is necessary to understand how discourses about abortion shape care and practice within the nursing field.
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Explore the complexities of abortion access in Canada, touching on legal status, disparities in accessibility, and the impact of Mifegymiso. Learn about the challenges faced in the discourse, especially regarding diversity in research. This quiz serves to enhance understanding of a crucial social issue.
