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Introduction to Community Health Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
An 80-year-old woman states, 'I have successfully raised my family and had a good life.' This statement illustrates meeting which basic human need?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: self-actualization. This is because the statement indicates the woman has achieved a sense of fulfillment and accomplishment in her life, which aligns with the concept of self-actualization in Maslow's hierarchy of needs. This stage represents realizing one's full potential and achieving personal growth. Choices A, B, and C do not fully capture the depth of the woman's statement. Safety and security (A) focus on physical and financial safety, love and belonging (B) refer to social connections, and self-esteem (C) pertains to confidence and self-worth, which are important but not the primary focus of the woman's statement.
Question 2 of 5
A patient refuses to have a pain medication administered by injection. A nurse says, 'If you don't let me give you the shot, I will get help to hold you down and give it.' With what crime might the nurse be charged?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: assault. Assault is the threat or attempt to inflict harm on someone, causing fear of imminent harm. In this scenario, the nurse's threat of using force to administer the injection without consent constitutes assault. Battery involves actual physical harm, which has not occurred yet. Negligence is the failure to provide reasonable care, which does not apply here. Defamation is the act of harming someone's reputation through false statements, not applicable in this situation.
Question 3 of 5
A young mother asks the nurse in a pediatric office for information about safety, diet, and immunizations for her baby. Which nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Readiness for Enhanced Parenting. This nursing diagnosis is appropriate as the mother is seeking information to enhance her parenting skills. She is proactive in seeking knowledge about safety, diet, and immunizations for her baby, indicating readiness for enhanced parenting. Choice A is incorrect because the mother is actively seeking information, indicating a readiness to learn rather than a deficit in knowledge. Choice B is incorrect as there is no evidence of impaired health maintenance in the scenario. Choice D is incorrect as there is no indication of coping issues, rather the mother is seeking information to enhance her parenting skills.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse has been assigned the same patients for the past 3 days. Two of the patients demand a great deal of attention, so the nurse feels anxious and angry about being given this assignment again. How can the nurse cope with this patient care assignment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Step 1: Prioritizing the patients' needs allows the nurse to manage time effectively. Step 2: Identifying a specific time period for care for each patient helps in allocating attention appropriately. Step 3: By organizing care in this manner, the nurse can address demanding patients while still attending to all patients. Step 4: This approach can help reduce anxiety and anger by providing a structured plan for patient care. Summary: A: Sharing complaints with the nurse manager may not directly address the issue of coping with the assignment. B: Talking with patients about personal attention may not be appropriate and could lead to conflict. D: Trading assignments may not solve the underlying issue and could create confusion among staff.
Question 5 of 5
The patient is dying of cancer and can no longer swallow. The son states to the nurse, <You must give dad some water, he always drank a lot of water!= The nurse9s best response is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it demonstrates empathy and active listening to the son's emotional state. By acknowledging and exploring his feelings, the nurse can provide emotional support and build rapport. Choice B is incorrect as it focuses solely on medical evidence without addressing the emotional needs of the son. Choice C is incorrect as it lacks empathy and may come off as insensitive. Choice D is incorrect as it jumps to a technical solution without addressing the son's emotional concerns. Overall, choice A is the best response as it prioritizes the son's emotional well-being during a difficult time.