ATI RN
Environmental Health and Occupational Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse wants to find information about environmental threats that are present in the community. Which of the following would be the best source of data for the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: State health department. This is the best source of data for the nurse as it provides accurate and up-to-date information on environmental threats specific to the community. The state health department collects data from various sources, conducts surveillance, and monitors environmental factors that may pose a risk to public health. They have the expertise and resources to analyze and report on environmental threats, making them a reliable source for the nurse. A: The CINAHL database is more focused on nursing and allied health research, not specifically on community environmental threats. B: The National Library of Medicine is a valuable resource for medical information but may not have community-specific environmental threat data. D: The closest local library may not have the specialized information needed on community environmental threats compared to the state health department.
Question 2 of 5
An occupational health nurse at a local factory is using primary prevention strategies to reduce the environmental health risks among the employees. Which of the following activities would the nurse most likely implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Teaching new employees who will work outdoors about the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. This choice aligns with primary prevention strategies as it aims to educate employees about potential health risks before they occur. By teaching employees about heat-related illnesses, the nurse can help prevent these illnesses from happening in the first place. This proactive approach is a key characteristic of primary prevention. The other choices are incorrect: A: Checking radiation detectors to monitor for unsafe levels of radiation exposure is more of a monitoring or surveillance activity rather than a primary prevention strategy. B: Irrigating the eyes of an employee who has had a chemical splash to the face is a form of immediate treatment or first aid after an exposure has occurred, not a primary prevention strategy. D: Using spirometry to rule out obstructive or restrictive lung disease for workers who will be wearing mask respirators is more related to secondary prevention, focusing on early detection and treatment of health conditions rather than preventing them from happening in
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is completing a basic health assessment. Which of the following questions should be asked by an environmentally aware nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because asking where the person lived 10 years ago can provide valuable information about potential environmental exposures that may be impacting their health. This question is important for identifying any past exposure risks. A: Asking about family members' symptoms is important but doesn't directly relate to environmental awareness. B: Inquiring about the number of people in the home is relevant for understanding social support but not specifically related to environmental awareness. C: Inquiring about long-held jobs is important for understanding occupational exposures but not specifically related to environmental awareness.
Question 4 of 5
A public health nurse is assisting the community in dealing with the effects of lead paint poisoning. Which of the following activities would the nurse most likely complete? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: 1. Assessing community members allows the nurse to identify individuals affected by lead poisoning. 2. This activity helps in understanding the extent of the issue within the community. 3. It enables the nurse to provide appropriate interventions and support. 4. Administering medications (A) is not within the nurse's scope; it's typically done by healthcare providers. 5. Setting up a blood screening program (C) is important but not the nurse's primary role. 6. Encouraging landlords (D) is relevant but not the immediate action for addressing lead poisoning.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following strategies would a nurse expect to be implemented by a typical state environmental agency? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step 1: Unannounced inspections help ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Step 2: State environmental agencies have the authority to conduct inspections. Step 3: Inspections are a proactive strategy to monitor and enforce compliance. Step 4: Completing a community assessment (B) is not typically the role of a state environmental agency. Monitoring hazardous substances (C) and obtaining samples (D) are passive actions, not active enforcement strategies.