NARM Professional Standards

Question 1

What is informed consent in midwifery?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive information for voluntary, knowledgeable decisions

Answer

Getting a signature

Answer

Telling client what to do

Answer

Following protocols without discussion

Question 2

CPM scope of practice limitations?

Accepted Answer

Physiologic pregnancies only; must refer complications to physicians

Answer

Can perform surgery

Answer

No limitations

Answer

Can prescribe all medications

Question 3

What documentation is required per visit?

Accepted Answer

Vitals, fetal heart tones, fundal height, UA results, concerns, plan

Answer

Only the date

Answer

Just weight

Answer

No documentation

Question 4

What is the NARM certification process?

Accepted Answer

Education program, clinical experience, written exam, skills assessment

Answer

Weekend workshop

Answer

Written test only

Answer

Self-certification

Question 5

Client confidentiality obligations?

Accepted Answer

All health info confidential, shared only with consent or as legally required

Answer

Share with anyone

Answer

Optional

Answer

Only medical records

Question 6

Obligation when client refuses recommended care?

Accepted Answer

Respect autonomy, ensure understanding of risks, document refusal, continue care

Answer

Refuse to continue care

Answer

Override wishes

Answer

Report to authorities