Maternal and Child Health Nursing Quiz

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What is the Greek word for 'Obstetrics' and what does it mean?

Obstrare meaning 'to assist'

Obstrare meaning 'to keep watch' (correct)

Obstrare meaning 'to deliver'

Obstrare meaning 'to nurture'

What is the Greek word for 'Pediatrics' and what does it mean?

Pais meaning 'child' (correct)

Pais meaning 'nurture'

Pais meaning 'heal'

Pais meaning 'educate'

According to the common principles for family-centered maternal and child health care, what is the basic unit of society?

Individual

Institution

Family (correct)

Community

What is the scope of practice for Maternal and Child Health Nursing in terms of health care during pregnancy?

Care during all three trimesters Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of Maternal and Child Health Nursing care?

To promote family health Signup and view all the answers

'Pais' is associated with which field of nursing?

Pediatrics Signup and view all the answers

What is the period during which the care of the child takes place?

6 weeks before conception and 6 weeks after birth Signup and view all the answers

Which rate measures the number of live births in a given population?

Birth Rate Signup and view all the answers

Which rate measures the number of deaths among infants under 1 year of age in a given population?

Infant Mortality Rate Signup and view all the answers

What are the global health goals related to maternal and child health?

To reduce child mortality Signup and view all the answers

What does MCHN stand for?

Maternal and Child Health Nursing Signup and view all the answers

What is described as the basic social unit of society in the text?

Family Signup and view all the answers

What influences an individual's outlook on life according to the text?

Family Signup and view all the answers

What does MCHN advocate for according to the text?

Protecting the family Signup and view all the answers

What must assessment in MCHN include?

Both family and individual assessment data Signup and view all the answers

Which period is considered as puerperium according to the text?

6 weeks after childbirth Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Maternal and Child Health Nursing

The Greek word for 'Obstetrics' is 'Maieutics', meaning 'midwifery' or 'delivery'.
The Greek word for 'Pediatrics' is 'Paediatrics', meaning 'healing of children'.

Family-Centered Maternal and Child Health Care

The basic unit of society is the family.

Scope of Practice for Maternal and Child Health Nursing

During pregnancy, the scope of practice includes health care for the mother and fetus.
The main goal of Maternal and Child Health Nursing care is to promote the health and well-being of the mother, fetus, and family.

Pediatrics and Nursing

'Pais' is associated with Pediatrics, meaning 'child' or 'healing of children'.

Period of Child Care

The period during which the care of the child takes place is from birth to adolescence.

Rates and Statistics

The crude birth rate measures the number of live births in a given population.
The infant mortality rate measures the number of deaths among infants under 1 year of age in a given population.

Global Health Goals

The global health goals related to maternal and child health aim to reduce maternal and child mortality rates.

Definition and Advocacy

MCHN stands for Maternal and Child Health Nursing.
The text describes the family as the basic social unit of society.
An individual's outlook on life is influenced by their family and upbringing.
MCHN advocates for family-centered care, emphasizing the importance of the family unit in health care.
Assessment in MCHN must include the family and their unique needs.

Puerperium Period

The puerperium period is considered as the six-week period following childbirth.

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Test your knowledge of maternal and child health nursing, obstetrics, and pediatrics. Explore the important roles of nurses in promoting health and disease prevention for the new generation. Learn about the origins of obstetrics and pediatrics from their Greek roots.