NURS 6551 WEEK 3 SOAP NOTE OB-
GYNECOLOGY PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
EXAMPLES 2026
◉ Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention in
maternal health care?
a) Administering the Tap vaccine during pregnancy
b) Conducting a pap smear during a prenatal visit
c) Educating about tobacco cessation during prenatal classes
d) Providing psychotherapy for a client with postpartum depression.
Answer: d
◉ A nurse is planning care for a maternal client from a culture that
values family involvement in decision-making. Which of the
following actions by the nurse demonstrates cultural competence?
a) Including family members in care discussions with the client's
permission
b) Insisting that only the client make decisions
c) Providing standardized care regardless of cultural background
d) Avoiding discussion of cultural beliefs to prevent bias. Answer: a
◉ Which of the following actions by a maternal newborn nurse best
demonstrates advocacy?
,a) Ensuring the client's birth plan is respected during labor
b) Referring the client to a dietitian for postpartum nutrition
c) Administering medications as prescribed
d) Documenting fetal heart tones every hour. Answer: a
◉ A nurse is reviewing risk factors for maternal mortality. Which of
the following clients is at greatest risk?
a) A 30-year-old client who exercises regularly and follows a
balanced diet
b) A 38-year-old client with chronic hypertension and gestational
diabetes
c) A 32-year-old client with a BMI of 22 and no complications
d) A 25-year-old client with no preexisting conditions. Answer: b
◉ Which action by the nurse best supports a client undergoing
genetic testing during pregnancy?
a) Providing directive counseling to guide decisions
b) Offering education and emotional support
c) Interpreting genetic test results independently
d) Recommending termination if results are positive. Answer: b
◉ Which nursing intervention best supports culturally competent
care for LGBTQIA+ maternal clients?
, a) Documenting sexual orientation only if disclosed voluntarily
b) Referring all LGBTQIA+ clients to specialists
c) Using inclusive language and recognizing unique needs
d) Avoiding discussion of reproductive technologies. Answer: c
◉ A pregnant client is scheduled for a first-trimester screening.
Which of the following tests is included in this screening?
a) Amniocentesis
b) Quad screen
c) Anatomy scan
d) Nuchal translucency uItrasound. Answer: d
◉ Which of the following statements about home births is correct?
a) Home births are illegal in most U.S. states
b) Home births are recommended for all clients regardless of risk
level
c) Home births require emergency transfer plans and qualified
providers
d) Home births are associated with increased medical interventions.
Answer: c
◉ A nurse is preparing a client for chorionic villus sampling (CVS).
Which nursing action is appropriate prior to the procedure?
GYNECOLOGY PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
EXAMPLES 2026
◉ Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention in
maternal health care?
a) Administering the Tap vaccine during pregnancy
b) Conducting a pap smear during a prenatal visit
c) Educating about tobacco cessation during prenatal classes
d) Providing psychotherapy for a client with postpartum depression.
Answer: d
◉ A nurse is planning care for a maternal client from a culture that
values family involvement in decision-making. Which of the
following actions by the nurse demonstrates cultural competence?
a) Including family members in care discussions with the client's
permission
b) Insisting that only the client make decisions
c) Providing standardized care regardless of cultural background
d) Avoiding discussion of cultural beliefs to prevent bias. Answer: a
◉ Which of the following actions by a maternal newborn nurse best
demonstrates advocacy?
,a) Ensuring the client's birth plan is respected during labor
b) Referring the client to a dietitian for postpartum nutrition
c) Administering medications as prescribed
d) Documenting fetal heart tones every hour. Answer: a
◉ A nurse is reviewing risk factors for maternal mortality. Which of
the following clients is at greatest risk?
a) A 30-year-old client who exercises regularly and follows a
balanced diet
b) A 38-year-old client with chronic hypertension and gestational
diabetes
c) A 32-year-old client with a BMI of 22 and no complications
d) A 25-year-old client with no preexisting conditions. Answer: b
◉ Which action by the nurse best supports a client undergoing
genetic testing during pregnancy?
a) Providing directive counseling to guide decisions
b) Offering education and emotional support
c) Interpreting genetic test results independently
d) Recommending termination if results are positive. Answer: b
◉ Which nursing intervention best supports culturally competent
care for LGBTQIA+ maternal clients?
, a) Documenting sexual orientation only if disclosed voluntarily
b) Referring all LGBTQIA+ clients to specialists
c) Using inclusive language and recognizing unique needs
d) Avoiding discussion of reproductive technologies. Answer: c
◉ A pregnant client is scheduled for a first-trimester screening.
Which of the following tests is included in this screening?
a) Amniocentesis
b) Quad screen
c) Anatomy scan
d) Nuchal translucency uItrasound. Answer: d
◉ Which of the following statements about home births is correct?
a) Home births are illegal in most U.S. states
b) Home births are recommended for all clients regardless of risk
level
c) Home births require emergency transfer plans and qualified
providers
d) Home births are associated with increased medical interventions.
Answer: c
◉ A nurse is preparing a client for chorionic villus sampling (CVS).
Which nursing action is appropriate prior to the procedure?
