HESI RN
HESI RN Community and Population Health Final Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which diseases are reportable infectious diseases? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Anthrax, Diphtheria, and Tuberculosis are reportable due to their severe public health implications, potential for outbreaks, and, in the case of anthrax, bioterrorism concerns. Pediculosis and bacterial conjunctivitis, while public health concerns, are not typically mandated for reporting to the CDC.
Question 2 of 5
Community health nurses are particularly concerned with the spread of communicable diseases such as hepatitis A. Which group of Individuals should the nurse identify as being at greatest risk for contracting this type of hepatitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hepatitis A spreads primarily through the fecal-oral route, often via contaminated food or water. Low-income families in cramped quarters are at higher risk due to increased exposure to unsanitary conditions and poor hygiene practices.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is documenting the medical history of a young adult client who was recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus. The client smokes 2 packs of cigarettes daily and the client's father died of a heart attack at the age of 45. Which annual screening is most important for the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Given the client's smoking habit and family history of early heart attack, screening for hyperlipidemia is critical to address cardiovascular risk, which is heightened by these factors and diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
Which annual screening should the nurse include when planning an eye health program at a preschool?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Visual acuity screening is essential for preschoolers to detect vision issues like amblyopia or refractive errors that could impact development and learning, making it the priority for annual eye health programs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is interested in studying the incidence of infant death in a particular city and wants to compare that city's rate to the state's rate. Which state resource should the nurse select to gather this information?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Bureau of Vital Statistics provides detailed data on vital events like deaths, making it the best resource for accurate infant mortality rates for city and state comparisons.