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Community Health HESI Questions

Question 1 of 5

A public health nurse is planning an educational campaign to reduce the incidence of hypertension in the community. Which group should be the primary target of this campaign?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Middle-aged adults are at a higher risk for developing hypertension and can benefit most from preventive measures.

Question 2 of 5

During a follow-up visit, a client with hypertension reports that they often forget to take their medication. What should the nurse do first?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Understanding why the client forgets to take their medication helps the nurse address the underlying issues and find appropriate solutions.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is teaching a group of new mothers about infant care. Which topic should the nurse prioritize?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Recognizing signs of dehydration is crucial for ensuring the health and well-being of infants.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is planning a community health fair to promote mental health awareness. Which activity is most likely to engage participants?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A workshop on stress management techniques is the most engaging activity as it allows participants to actively participate, learn practical skills, and interact with others. This hands-on approach fosters engagement and provides attendees with tools they can directly apply in their lives. Choice A, a lecture, may be informative but lacks the interactive element that promotes engagement. Choice C, a panel discussion, might be informative but could be passive for attendees. Choice D, distributing brochures, is informative but lacks the interactive and engaging nature of a workshop.

Question 5 of 5

The healthcare provider is preparing to administer digoxin (Lanoxin) to a client. Which assessment finding should the healthcare provider report before administering the medication?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Seeing halos around lights is a classic symptom of digoxin toxicity, known as visual disturbances. This finding indicates an adverse effect of digoxin and should be reported immediately to the healthcare provider. Monitoring for visual changes is crucial as it can progress to more severe toxicity, leading to life-threatening dysrhythmias or other complications. Apical pulse, serum potassium level, and blood pressure are important assessments when administering digoxin, but the presence of visual disturbances, such as seeing halos around lights, takes precedence due to its direct association with digoxin toxicity. Changes in these other parameters should also be noted and addressed, but they are not the priority when compared to a symptom directly linked to potential toxicity.

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