What is the stance of the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM) with regard to educational
preparation?
A) Higher degrees of educational preparation will improve health care outcomes therefore all
nurse midwives should obtain advanced degrees.
B) The AACN advocates for a BSN with special training for all nurses working in the area of
women's health services.
C) Higher degrees are needed to advance the profession but should not be mandated as access to
health care services could be diminished.
D) The ACNM actively lobbies against advanced degree requirements.
Question 2
Which factor significantly increased public support for nurse midwifery?
A) Increased availability of a health care provider
B) Support by the American Medical Association
C) Evidence-based data demonstrating lower mortality rates
D) Cost containment
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