A community health nurse is educating health care providers in a local clinic about steps to take to help their clients improve their health-related behaviors. Which of the following would be included as the nurse teaches about the acronym LEARN?- Nurselytic

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A community health nurse is educating health care providers in a local clinic about steps to take to help their clients improve their health-related behaviors. Which of the following would be included as the nurse teaches about the acronym LEARN?

A. Explain how small changes can affect health. B. Acknowledge that action needs to be taken. C. Negotiate an agreement. D. Refer to community resources.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: LEARN involves Listen, Explain, Acknowledge, Recommend, and Negotiate.

Question 2 of 5

Suspicion of Bioterrorism

A. Two people from a restaurant with nausea and vomiting B. Lab worker with a headache C. 13 people with ascending muscle paralysis D. Five people with upper respiratory infections

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Ascending paralysis is a hallmark sign of botulism, a potential bioterrorism event.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a man who states he is ready to start exercising. Which of the following actions should the nurse take next?

A. Do nothing because he has already made the decision to implement a change. B. Provide him with information on the benefits of exercising. C. Develop an exercise prescription with him. D. Schedule a follow-up in 2 months to see if he still feels the same way.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Since the person is in the action phase of behavior change, the nurse should proceed to develop an exercise prescription to support the transition into the maintenance phase.

Question 4 of 5

Which nurse is at risk of making a medical error?

A. Working overtime B. Works in a hospital that advocates multidisciplinary care C. Caring for four clients during the shift D. Attends regular continuing education programs

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Working overtime increases stress and fatigue, leading to a higher risk of medical errors.

Question 5 of 5

A 15-month-old infant has been brought into the office by his Spanish-speaking mother for symptoms of an upper respiratory infection. Which of the following should be the initial action taken by the nurse?

A. Ask the mother if she would like an interpreter. B. Ask the mother what home remedies have been used. C. Ask the mother how long the child has had these symptoms. D. Ask the mother about any allergies the child may have.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The nurse should first ensure that communication is clear by offering an interpreter if needed.

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