What does the antepartum period refer to?
The time before childbirth or delivery.
What does the intrapartum period refer to?
The time during childbirth or delivery.
What does the postpartum period refer to?
The time after childbirth or delivery.
What is the medical field of obstetrics focused on?
The care of women during childbirth.
From which Greek word does 'obstetrics' originate?
The Greek word "obsture," meaning "to keep watch."
What does pediatrics focus on?
The field focused on children.
From which Greek word does 'pediatrics' derive?
The Greek word "país," meaning "child."
What is the primary goal of pediatrics?
To promote healthy growth and development of children and families in health and illness.
What does health promotion educate clients to do?
Become aware of good health.
What does health maintenance involve when illness risk is present?
Intervening to maintain health.
What is the goal of health restoration interventions?
Return the client to wellness rapidly.
What does health restoration involve besides diagnosing illness?
Promptly treating illness.
What is the prenatal visit frequency until 28 weeks?
Every 4 weeks.
How often are prenatal visits scheduled from 28 to 36 weeks?
Every 2–3 weeks.
What is the prenatal visit schedule from 36 weeks until delivery?
Weekly visits.
What causes rubella infection?
A virus.
How is rubella transmitted to pregnant women?
Through respiratory droplets.
What defines preeclampsia?
New-onset hypertension after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
How is eclampsia defined?
Preeclampsia with seizures unexplained by another condition.
What are the five steps of the nursing process?
Assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Who does MCHN advocate for within the family?
All family members, including the fetus.
What three characteristics define MCHN?
Family-centered, community-centered, and evidence-based.
On what does family health depend in community-centered MCHN?
The influence of the community.
Which two roles are important in MCHN nursing?
Promoting health and preventing disease.
What periods does the perinatal period include?
Antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods.
What is the perinatal period associated with?
Pregnancy and childbirth.
What does health rehabilitation prevent in ill clients?
Further complications from illness.
What is the aim of health rehabilitation for ill clients?
Bring them back to an optimal state.
What is an example of health maintenance teaching for parents?
Childproofing the home against poisoning.
What should clients be taught before pregnancy regarding rubella?
The importance of rubella immunization and safer sex practices.
Which nursing theories are included in the MCHN framework?
Theories by Orem, Rogers, Newman, Roy, Watson, and Benner.
What other components does the MCHN framework include besides nursing theories?
Quality and safety education, evidence-based practice, and nursing research.
Why does MCHN involve a high degree of independent nursing functions?
Because teaching and counseling are major interventions.
What influences the meaning and impact of illness in families?
Personal, cultural, and religious attitudes and beliefs.
What role do MCHN nurses play for families?
They serve as important resources.
What does FHT stand for?
Fetal heart tone.
What does FHB mean?
Fetal heart beat.
What is the meaning of MCHN?
Mother and child health nursing.
Answer 18 questions on Mother and Child Health Nursing.
1. Which period refers to the time before childbirth or delivery?
2. A patient is actively undergoing labor and delivery. Which period is occurring?
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