ATI RN
RN Evidence-Based Practice in Community and Public Health Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
A young couple is searching for a home. Which neighborhood is most likely to promote a healthy lifestyle?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neighborhoods with high walkability encourage more physical activity, leading to healthier lifestyles.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is using a systems framework when caring for individuals, families, and aggregates in the community. Which best describes an aspect that would be more challenging when caring for an aggregate as opposed to caring for an individual?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recognizing the interacting aspects of a large aggregate system in its power distribution and decision-making process is more challenging.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse decided that a high-risk aggregate most needed education about diabetes. Which would be the best approach when teaching the group?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Most persons do not enjoy lectures, so the nurse must initiate small group involvement and participation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is determining the needs of a selected aggregate. Eight percent of the aggregate has diabetes. Which best describes the action that should be taken next to determine if this should be a priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A rate is meaningless unless compared with previous trends or with state or national norms.
Question 5 of 5
Which action must a nurse take to be successful in addition to the typical assessment, diagnosing, and planning directly related to the intervention project?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An essential component is to have a strong level of community involvement and empowerment throughout the process.