HESI RN
HESI Community Health Questions
Question 1 of 9
A client with chronic kidney disease is experiencing pruritus. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antihistamines help reduce pruritus by blocking histamine receptors and are often prescribed for clients with chronic kidney disease experiencing pruritus.
Question 2 of 9
The healthcare provider is caring for a client with a chest tube following thoracic surgery. Which intervention should the healthcare provider include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring that the chest tube is not clamped or kinked is essential to maintain proper drainage and prevent complications. Clamping the chest tube can lead to a buildup of pressure in the pleural space, causing potential harm to the client. Milking the chest tube is not recommended as it can cause damage to the delicate tubing. Keeping the drainage system at the level of the chest ensures proper drainage by gravity, preventing backflow of fluids, but ensuring the tube is not clamped or kinked takes precedence in this scenario.
Question 3 of 9
The wife of an older adult man who has had diabetes mellitus for the past 10 years reports to the home health nurse that her husband fell yesterday while taking his daily walk in the neighborhood. He has a bruised hand and a small abrasion on his left knee. The nurse assesses that his neurologic vital signs are stable. To reduce risk for future falls, which assessment is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for paresthesia (numbness or tingling) in the feet can help determine if the client has a loss of sensation, which increases fall risk.
Question 4 of 9
Which intervention by the community health nurse is an example of a secondary level of prevention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering influenza vaccines is a secondary prevention method aimed at early detection and intervention.
Question 5 of 9
A nurse is planning a community health fair to promote cancer awareness. Which activity should be included to best engage participants?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering free cancer screenings provides participants with immediate, valuable information about their cancer risk.
Question 6 of 9
The healthcare professional is developing a program to promote healthy eating habits in a community with high rates of obesity. Which strategy is most likely to be effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Offering cooking classes that focus on healthy recipes is the most effective strategy among the choices provided. These classes not only provide valuable knowledge about nutrition but also offer hands-on experience in preparing healthy meals. This practical approach can significantly impact participants' behavior and increase the likelihood of them adopting healthier eating habits. Distributing educational pamphlets may not have the same level of engagement and interaction as cooking classes. A social media campaign, while informative, may not result in direct behavioral changes. Providing free health screenings, though beneficial for early detection, does not directly address the promotion of healthy eating habits, unlike the hands-on approach of cooking classes.
Question 7 of 9
A community health nurse is planning a program to address the rising rates of obesity in the community. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Organizing community exercise programs encourages physical activity, which is essential for weight management and reducing obesity rates.
Question 8 of 9
When developing a presentation on injury prevention for high school students in a health education class, which topic is most important for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Seat belt safety is crucial as it can significantly reduce the risk of injury or death in car accidents.
Question 9 of 9
The nurse is planning a health education session for teenagers on the importance of physical activity. Which strategy is most likely to be effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Organizing interactive physical activities engages teenagers and makes the learning experience more enjoyable and memorable.