ATI RN
Health Promotion Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 9
A nurse is educating a person about the process of cognitive restructuring. Which of the following actions should be taken at the end of this process?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The most effective approach to restructuring thought patterns is to first stop generating negative thoughts, then take a deep breath to relax, then think about how the thought process is affecting well-being, and last, select a new realistic thought pattern to replace the negative thought pattern.
Question 2 of 9
Which of the following statements about race and culture in the United States is correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ethnic minorities, particularly Black populations, face higher rates of low-birth-weight infants.
Question 3 of 9
A 5-year-old is consuming a daily caloric intake of 1400 calories. Approximately what portion of the diet should be comprised of carbohydrates?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Carbohydrates should comprise about half of a preschooler's diet.
Question 4 of 9
Which factor has the greatest impact on whether interventions for young adults are effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Culturally sensitive interventions are crucial for success, as they resonate better with individuals’ values and practices.
Question 5 of 9
Risk of Osteoporosis
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Long-term prednisone use significantly increases osteoporosis risk, particularly in older women.
Question 6 of 9
Which of the following women should be screened for breast cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Breast cancer screening is recommended for women over 40, as the incidence increases with age.
Question 7 of 9
A client is scheduled to have open-heart surgery but has not been informed about potential complications. Which ethical concept has been ignored?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informed consent requires that the client be fully aware of all risks before making an informed decisio
Question 8 of 9
Which stage of female breast development is characterized by enlargement of the areolar diameter and a small area of elevation around the papillae?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stage 2 of female breast development involves the enlargement of the areola and a slight elevation around the papillae.
Question 9 of 9
A nurse is educating a group of community members about how hypertension screening is effective in reducing the rate of cardiovascular disease, thus reducing the expenses that are spent on management of this disease. Which of the following ratios is being described?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cost-benefit analysis compares the costs of a screening program to the benefits in terms of reduced long-term healthcare costs.