Regarding advanced roles of nursing, which statement is true with regard to clinical practice?
a. Family nurse practitioners (FNPs) can assist with childbirth care in the hospital setting.
b. Clinical nurse specialists provide primary care to obstetric clients.
c. Neonatal nurse practitioners provide emergency care in the postbirth setting to high-risk infants.
d. A certified nurse midwife (CNM) is not considered to be an advanced practice nurse.
ANS: C
Neonatal NPs provide care for the high-risk neonate in the birth room and in the neonatal intensive care unit, as needed. FNPs do not participate in childbirth care but can take care of uncomplicated pregnancies and postbirth care outside of the hospital setting. CNSs work in hospital settings but do not provide primary care services to clients. A CNM is an advanced practice nurse who receives additional certification in the specific area of midwifery.
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