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What is the primary goal of Maternal and Child Health Nursing (MCHN)?
Which of the following are phases of healthcare according to MCHN?
Which approach is NOT part of the philosophy of Maternal and Child Health Nursing?
Which Sustainable Development Goal directly relates to MCHN?
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What are examples of the provisions of Maternal and Child Health Nursing?
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What is one of the five universal characteristics of a family?
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Which characteristic is associated with a healthy family?
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What does the Family APGAR assess?
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What is a primary task of families according to the eight family tasks?
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What term describes young adults returning home according to the family life cycle?
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What does Sister Callista Roy's Adaptation Theory emphasize?
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What is one of the key roles of a Maternal-Child Nurse as per the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002?
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Which of the following is NOT a competency for quality care?
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What is an essential legal consideration in nursing practice?
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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, what defines a family?
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What influence does family have on its members?
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Which of the following is considered a basic family type?
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What does Family Theory focus on?
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Study Notes
Maternal and Child Health Nursing (MCHN)
- Goal: Promote and maintain optimal family health, ensuring cycles of optimal childbearing and childrearing.
- Provisions: Preconception care for women, children, and families.
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Phases of Healthcare:
- Health promotion
- Health maintenance
- Health restoration
- Health rehabilitation
- Philosophy: Family-centered, community-centered, and evidence-based.
MCHN Health Goals and Standards
- Global Health Goals: Improve the health of women and children (United Nations and World Health Organization).
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Sustainable Development Goals:
- No Poverty
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Well-being
- Quality Education
- Gender Equality
- Clean water and Sanitation
- Affordable and Clean Energy
- Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Reduced Inequality
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Climate Action
- Life Below Water
- Life on Land
Theories Related to MCHN
- Sister Callista Roy's Adaptation Theory: Adapting to change caused by illnesses and stressors.
- Dorothea Orem's Self-Care Theory: Ability of patients for self-care.
- Patricia Benner's Novice to Expert Model: Skill acquisition of nurses.
Roles and Responsibilities of a Maternal-Child Nurse
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Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 (RA 9173 - Article 6):
- Holistic approach
- Collaborator of care
- Provider of health care education
- Nurse educator
- Evidence-based practice (nurse researcher)
Competencies for Quality Care
- Patient-centered care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Evidence-based practice
- Quality improvement
- Safety
- Informatics
Legal Considerations of Practice
- Protect patient rights (confidentiality and accountability)
- Proper documentation
- Conscientious about informed consent (invasive procedures - risk awareness)
- Reporting inappropriate or insufficient care.
Ethical Considerations of Practice
- Factual and complete information
- Supportive listening
- Clarifying values
Definitions of Family
- US Census Bureau (2009): A group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption living together.
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Allender & Spradley (2008):
- Two or more people who live in the same household.
- Share a common emotional bond.
- Perform certain interrelated social tasks.
Influence of Family on Its Members
- Emotional ties
- Depth of support
- Relations to others
- Moral values
- Basic perspectives
Family Nursing
- Focus of modern nursing.
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Family Theory: Based on family and community standpoint.
- Sets of perspectives
- Addresses important issues.
Basic Family Types
- Family of Orientation
- Family of Procreation
Recognized Family Structures
- Childfree or Childless Family
- Cohabitation Family
- Nuclear Family
- Extended (multigenerational) Family
- Single-Parent Family
- Blended Family / Remarriage / Reconstituted Family
- Dyad Family
- Binuclear Family
- Communal Family
- Gay or Lesbian (LGBT) Families
- Foster Family
Five Universal Characteristics of a Family
- Small Social System
- Performs certain basic functions
- Has structure
- Has its own cultural values and roles
- Moves through stages in the life cycle
Characteristics of a Healthy Family
- Interacts with each other
- Encourages growth and development
- Enhanced and fulfilled
- Masters their lives
Eight Family Tasks
- Physical Maintenance
- Socialization of Family Members
- Allocation of Resources
- Maintenance of Order
- Division of Labor
- Reproduction, Recruitment and Release of Family Members
- Placement of Members into the Larger Society
Family Life Cycle
- Boomerang Generation: Young adults returning home.
- Sandwich Family: Both aging parents and returning young adults.
- Empty Nest Syndrome: Children leave home for the first time.
Assessment of Family Structure and Functions
- Done when a family is doing well.
Genogram
- Details family structure
- Family history
- Roles of family members over time
- Basis and analysis of family interactions
Ecomap
- How the family fits in the community.
- Family and community relationships.
Family APGAR
- Screening tool of the family environment.
- Administered to each family member, scores are compared.
- A - adaptation
- P - partnership
- G - growth
- A - affect
- R - resolve
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This quiz covers the essential aspects of Maternal and Child Health Nursing, focusing on promoting optimal family health throughout childbearing and childrearing cycles. It includes global health goals and sustainable development targets relevant to women and children's health. Test your knowledge on the phases of healthcare and the key provisions for preconception care.
