Aside from atttending seminars which of the following informal continuing education programss should the nurse engaged herself EXCEPT:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: While attending professional conventions, webinars, and symposiums are all valuable informal continuing education programs that can help nurses stay updated with the latest trends and developments in the field, doing research as an academic requirement is not typically considered an informal continuing education activity. Research is a formal process that involves structured methodologies and academic rigor. While research may be a valuable activity for professional growth, it is not usually classified under informal continuing education programs that nurses engage in to supplement their knowledge and skills.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The patient with a history of congestive heart failure and dyspnea should be seen FIRST by Nurse Pedrito. Congestive heart failure is a serious condition that can lead to acute exacerbations and requires prompt assessment and management. Dyspnea (shortness of breath) is a common symptom of heart failure and can indicate worsening cardiac function or fluid overload, which requires immediate attention to prevent further complications. Timely assessment and intervention for heart failure exacerbations can help prevent hospital admissions and improve patient outcomes. Therefore, prioritizing this patient for assessment and intervention is crucial to ensure their safety and well-being.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Nurse Filomena would consider the purpose of the health fair to be multiphasic screening. A multiphasic screening event involves offering various health screening tests at the same time to individuals within the community. These screenings aim to detect a range of health conditions early on, ultimately promoting prevention and early intervention. By organizing a health fair with several screening tests being given simultaneously, Nurse Filomena's primary goal is likely to help identify health issues in the community proactively and provide education and resources for ongoing health promotion and disease prevention. While aspects of community service, community bonding, and case finding may also be outcomes of the health fair, the focus on conducting multiple screening tests aligns most closely with the concept of multiphasic screening as the primary purpose.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The core public health function of assessment involves systematic data collection on the population's health status, monitoring changes in health, and making information available to the public. In this context, collecting data and monitoring the health status of the population directly aligns with the assessment function of public health. Quality assurance focuses on ensuring that health services meet established standards, policy development involves creating policies to address public health issues, and health promotion involves empowering individuals to improve their health. While these functions are also essential in public health, the act of collecting data and monitoring health status specifically falls under the assessment core function.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Following an amniotomy procedure during labor, Nurse Hope's priority should be to assess the fetal heart rate (FHR) pattern. This assessment is crucial to ensure the well-being and safety of the fetus. Changes in the FHR can provide valuable information about fetal distress or complications, allowing for timely interventions if needed. Monitoring the FHR pattern is a standard practice during labor and delivery to track the fetus's response to the changes in uterine activity. Therefore, assessing the FHR pattern should be the first priority after a labor progress and amniotomy.