TEST BANK FOR MATERNAL CHILD NURSING CARE, 6TH EDITION

Diabetes mellitus One of the most frequently reported maternal medical risk factors associated with pregnancy. Chronic hypertension A maternal medical risk factor associated with pregnancy, but not the most frequently reported. Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) Not among the most frequently reported maternal medical risk factors in pregnancy. Anemia A concern in pregnancy, but not one of the most frequently reported maternal medical risk factors. Hypertension associated with pregnancy One of the most frequently reported maternal medical risk factors. SBAR technique A communication framework that stands for Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation. Evidence-based approach The evolved role of the professional nurse caring for childbearing families emphasizes this practice. Prenatal care appointments The most important action to prevent or control risk factors associated with infant mortality. Health literacy Nurses contribute by using simple, common words and evaluating patient understanding. Initial assessment The process of obtaining health information during a prenatal intake interview. Nutrition assessment An important modifiable risk factor, but not the most critical action in the context of infant mortality. Social worker referral May be needed during pregnancy but is not the most important action for the nurse to take initially. Obstetrician vs. midwife