Foundations of Maternal-Newborn and Women’s
Health Nursing – 200 Practice Questions
1. A nurse is explaining family-centered care to a group of pregnant clients. Which
statement indicates understanding?
A. “Family-centered care focuses only on the newborn.”
B. “Family-centered care includes the family in decision-making.”
C. “Family-centered care is only for high-risk pregnancies.”
D. “Family-centered care excludes fathers from care.”
Answer: B
Rationale: Family-centered care emphasizes collaboration with the family in planning and
providing care.
2. True/False: The nurse’s role in maternal-newborn health is limited to hospital-based
care.
Answer: False
Rationale: Nursing roles include community, prenatal, postpartum, and home care
settings.
3. Which approach best supports cultural competence in maternal-newborn nursing?
A. Treat all clients the same regardless of culture
B. Ask about cultural preferences and incorporate them
C. Avoid discussing cultural beliefs
D. Only follow hospital policy
Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding cultural beliefs improves care quality and client satisfaction.
4. Short Answer: Name one key goal of Healthy People 2030 related to maternal-child
health.
Answer: Reduce maternal mortality
Rationale: Healthy People 2030 aims to improve health outcomes for mothers and
children.
5. A nurse is preparing a prenatal education session. Which teaching method is most
effective?
A. Lecture only
B. Interactive discussion and demonstration
C. Reading handouts silently
D. Only video instruction
Answer: B
Rationale: Active learning improves understanding and retention.
, 6. True/False: Evidence-based practice in maternal-newborn nursing is optional.
Answer: False
Rationale: Evidence-based practice ensures care is based on current research and best
outcomes.
7. Which is an example of a primary prevention activity in maternal health?
A. Administering antibiotics for infection
B. Teaching about nutrition during pregnancy
C. Treating postpartum hemorrhage
D. Performing a cesarean section
Answer: B
Rationale: Primary prevention aims to prevent problems before they occur.
8. The nurse notes a client’s prenatal record shows high-risk factors. Which action is
priority?
A. Document without intervention
B. Notify the healthcare provider
C. Ignore unless complications occur
D. Advise the client to seek care later
Answer: B
Rationale: Early identification and intervention reduce risks for mother and fetus.
9. Short Answer: List one benefit of skin-to-skin contact after birth.
Answer: Promotes bonding and regulates newborn temperature
Rationale: Skin-to-skin stabilizes heart rate, temperature, and fosters attachment.
10.A nurse observes a new mother struggling with breastfeeding. Which action is most
appropriate?
A. Tell her to stop
B. Provide guidance and support
C. Refer only if she insists
D. Ignore as it’s normal
Answer: B
Rationale: Nurses play a key role in supporting breastfeeding initiation.
11.True/False: The nurse should always prioritize institutional policies over individualized
care.
Answer: False
Rationale: Policies guide practice, but individualized care must respect client needs and
preferences.
Chapter 2 – Reproductive System and Pregnancy (Q12–23)
Health Nursing – 200 Practice Questions
1. A nurse is explaining family-centered care to a group of pregnant clients. Which
statement indicates understanding?
A. “Family-centered care focuses only on the newborn.”
B. “Family-centered care includes the family in decision-making.”
C. “Family-centered care is only for high-risk pregnancies.”
D. “Family-centered care excludes fathers from care.”
Answer: B
Rationale: Family-centered care emphasizes collaboration with the family in planning and
providing care.
2. True/False: The nurse’s role in maternal-newborn health is limited to hospital-based
care.
Answer: False
Rationale: Nursing roles include community, prenatal, postpartum, and home care
settings.
3. Which approach best supports cultural competence in maternal-newborn nursing?
A. Treat all clients the same regardless of culture
B. Ask about cultural preferences and incorporate them
C. Avoid discussing cultural beliefs
D. Only follow hospital policy
Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding cultural beliefs improves care quality and client satisfaction.
4. Short Answer: Name one key goal of Healthy People 2030 related to maternal-child
health.
Answer: Reduce maternal mortality
Rationale: Healthy People 2030 aims to improve health outcomes for mothers and
children.
5. A nurse is preparing a prenatal education session. Which teaching method is most
effective?
A. Lecture only
B. Interactive discussion and demonstration
C. Reading handouts silently
D. Only video instruction
Answer: B
Rationale: Active learning improves understanding and retention.
, 6. True/False: Evidence-based practice in maternal-newborn nursing is optional.
Answer: False
Rationale: Evidence-based practice ensures care is based on current research and best
outcomes.
7. Which is an example of a primary prevention activity in maternal health?
A. Administering antibiotics for infection
B. Teaching about nutrition during pregnancy
C. Treating postpartum hemorrhage
D. Performing a cesarean section
Answer: B
Rationale: Primary prevention aims to prevent problems before they occur.
8. The nurse notes a client’s prenatal record shows high-risk factors. Which action is
priority?
A. Document without intervention
B. Notify the healthcare provider
C. Ignore unless complications occur
D. Advise the client to seek care later
Answer: B
Rationale: Early identification and intervention reduce risks for mother and fetus.
9. Short Answer: List one benefit of skin-to-skin contact after birth.
Answer: Promotes bonding and regulates newborn temperature
Rationale: Skin-to-skin stabilizes heart rate, temperature, and fosters attachment.
10.A nurse observes a new mother struggling with breastfeeding. Which action is most
appropriate?
A. Tell her to stop
B. Provide guidance and support
C. Refer only if she insists
D. Ignore as it’s normal
Answer: B
Rationale: Nurses play a key role in supporting breastfeeding initiation.
11.True/False: The nurse should always prioritize institutional policies over individualized
care.
Answer: False
Rationale: Policies guide practice, but individualized care must respect client needs and
preferences.
Chapter 2 – Reproductive System and Pregnancy (Q12–23)
