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Health Promotion Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A pregnant woman who is at the end of 20 weeks of gestation is at a prenatal visit. Which of the following changes in weight from pre-pregnancy would require the nurse to take additional action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: At 20 weeks, a woman should have gained at least 10 pounds to avoid risks for intrauterine growth restriction.
Question 2 of 5
A high school sophomore engages in risky behavior to fit in with his peers. According to Erikson’s theory of human development, which of the following developmental conflicts is this student facing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Erikson’s theory posits that adolescence is the stage where identity versus role confusion occurs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a 15-year-old female who has recently been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Federal and state laws protect adolescents' privacy and autonomy. The nurse should help the adolescent understand her options and facilitate communication with her guardians.
Question 4 of 5
A man is telling a nurse that he feels that his health is a gift from God. This statement most closely coincides with beliefs of which cultural group?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hispanics often define health as a gift from God, highlighting a spiritual connection to health.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is an example of a screenable population for hypertension?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-level business executives are at higher risk for hypertension due to stress, making them a screenable population.