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What is the primary goal of maternal and child health nursing?
What is the primary goal of maternal and child health nursing?
Promotion and maintenance of optimal family health
Which of the following are phases of health care in maternal and child health nursing? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are phases of health care in maternal and child health nursing? (Select all that apply)
Maternal and child health nursing is community-centered.
Maternal and child health nursing is community-centered.
True
A maternal and child health nurse does not advocate for the rights of family members.
A maternal and child health nurse does not advocate for the rights of family members.
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What type of nursing practice does maternal and child health nursing include?
What type of nursing practice does maternal and child health nursing include?
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Name one of the standards of care in maternal and child health nursing.
Name one of the standards of care in maternal and child health nursing.
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Match the following maternal and child health standards to their descriptions:
Match the following maternal and child health standards to their descriptions:
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Personal, cultural, and religious attitudes have no influence on the meaning of illness.
Personal, cultural, and religious attitudes have no influence on the meaning of illness.
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What is one of the independent nursing functions in maternal and child health nursing?
What is one of the independent nursing functions in maternal and child health nursing?
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What is the primary goal of maternal and child health nursing care?
What is the primary goal of maternal and child health nursing care?
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Which of the following are phases of health care in maternal and child health nursing? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are phases of health care in maternal and child health nursing? (Select all that apply)
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Maternal and child health nursing is exclusively hospital-based.
Maternal and child health nursing is exclusively hospital-based.
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What role does a maternal and child health nurse serve?
What role does a maternal and child health nurse serve?
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What influences the meaning of illness in maternal and child health nursing? (Select all that apply)
What influences the meaning of illness in maternal and child health nursing? (Select all that apply)
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The nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice according to Standard ______.
The nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice according to Standard ______.
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Which standard refers to the nurse acquiring and maintaining current knowledge in nursing practice?
Which standard refers to the nurse acquiring and maintaining current knowledge in nursing practice?
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Study Notes
Framework for Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- Community-centered approach enhances family health during childbearing and childrearing.
- Research-oriented framework integrates evidence-based practice and nursing theory.
- Maternal and child health nurses serve as advocates for the rights of families, including the fetus.
- Nursing care encompasses four phases: health promotion, maintenance, restoration, and rehabilitation.
- Health promotion involves educating families about maintaining good health.
- Health maintenance focuses on interventions to sustain health.
- Health restoration emphasizes prompt diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.
- Health rehabilitation aims to prevent complications and support acceptance of mortality.
Goals and Philosophies of Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- The primary goal is to promote and maintain optimal family health.
- Achieving cycles of optimal childbearing ensures effective childrearing.
Maternal and Child Health Goals and Standards
- Standard I: Quality of Care - Continuous evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices.
- Standard II: Performance Appraisal - Nurses assess their practices against professional standards and regulations.
- Standard III: Education - Ongoing acquisition of knowledge to ensure contemporary nursing practices.
- Standard IV: Collegiality - Contribution to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
- Standard V: Ethics - Ethical decision-making guides nurses’ actions for patient advocacy.
- Standard VI: Collaboration - Partnership with patients and healthcare providers is essential for effective care delivery.
Impact on Family Life
- Pregnancy and childhood illnesses can introduce stress and significantly alter family dynamics.
- Personal, cultural, and religious beliefs shape perceptions of illness and its implications for families.
- Role of maternal and child health nursing is crucial in fostering high-level wellness in families.
Framework for Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- Community-centered approach enhances family health during childbearing and childrearing.
- Research-oriented framework integrates evidence-based practice and nursing theory.
- Maternal and child health nurses serve as advocates for the rights of families, including the fetus.
- Nursing care encompasses four phases: health promotion, maintenance, restoration, and rehabilitation.
- Health promotion involves educating families about maintaining good health.
- Health maintenance focuses on interventions to sustain health.
- Health restoration emphasizes prompt diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.
- Health rehabilitation aims to prevent complications and support acceptance of mortality.
Goals and Philosophies of Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- The primary goal is to promote and maintain optimal family health.
- Achieving cycles of optimal childbearing ensures effective childrearing.
Maternal and Child Health Goals and Standards
- Standard I: Quality of Care - Continuous evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices.
- Standard II: Performance Appraisal - Nurses assess their practices against professional standards and regulations.
- Standard III: Education - Ongoing acquisition of knowledge to ensure contemporary nursing practices.
- Standard IV: Collegiality - Contribution to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
- Standard V: Ethics - Ethical decision-making guides nurses’ actions for patient advocacy.
- Standard VI: Collaboration - Partnership with patients and healthcare providers is essential for effective care delivery.
Impact on Family Life
- Pregnancy and childhood illnesses can introduce stress and significantly alter family dynamics.
- Personal, cultural, and religious beliefs shape perceptions of illness and its implications for families.
- Role of maternal and child health nursing is crucial in fostering high-level wellness in families.
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Explore the community-centered and research-oriented aspects of maternal and child health nursing through this engaging quiz. Learn about the integration of nursing theory and evidence-based practices within the framework of maternal and child health. Perfect for nursing students looking to deepen their understanding of this vital field.
