Answers to QSEN Checkpoint Questions, Chapter 1, A

Framework for Maternal and Child Health Nursing

1.1 C. The nurse should inform the team members that a Magnet hospital is one
that stresses exemplary nursing care. It does not necessarily denote care for
acute patients. This designation is not conferred by the American Medical
Association.
1.2 C. The nurse explains that the perinatal period is the time between 20 weeks
of pregnancy and 4 to 6 weeks following birth.
1.3 C. The trend toward quality improvement through technology can become
overwhelming for families if nursing support is not included in care.
Premature infants require extensive care, and there are no immunizations for
all childhood diseases. Nursing is predicted to maintain an important role in
health care.
1.4 A. The nurse should assess if Mr. Chung is open to trying skin-to-skin contact
with his newborn. Skin-to-skin contact is important for newborns and may
help fathers bond with their infants. It would be incorrect to withhold this
until after discharge.
1.5 B. The nurse should acknowledge the patient’s concerns while affirming her
efforts rather than downplaying her concerns or providing false assurance.
1.6 D. The nurse should explain that consent is required for all patients
regardless of age and the amount of pain involved in the procedure and can
be given by telephone or e-mail for long distance consultation.