ATI RN
Future Economic Needs of the US Healthcare System Questions
Question 1 of 5
From which causes are rural residents twice as likely to die from compared to urban residents?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B, motor vehicle accidents, because rural areas typically have higher speed limits, longer distances to travel, and limited access to emergency medical services. This increases the risk of fatal accidents compared to urban areas. Chronic diseases (A), respiratory diseases (C), and cancer (D) are not specifically associated with rural living and do not have a significant difference in mortality rates between rural and urban residents.
Question 2 of 5
Which describes what has been identified by public health experts as the number one priority in rural areas?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Access to health care. In rural areas, access to healthcare is crucial as these areas often have limited healthcare facilities and providers. Public health experts prioritize this because lack of access to healthcare can lead to poor health outcomes and disparities. It affects the overall well-being and quality of life of rural residents. Access to better-paying employment opportunities (B), education (C), and telecommunications (D) are important factors as well, but health care is identified as the number one priority due to its direct impact on health and wellness in rural communities.
Question 3 of 5
Which fact is noteworthy about adolescent males who are driving without a license in the countryside?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Step 1: The question specifies adolescent males driving without a license in the countryside. Step 2: Choice B is correct because it specifies that they are typically black or Hispanic and live in rural areas. Step 3: This demographic information aligns with statistical data showing higher rates of unlicensed driving among minority groups in rural areas. Step 4: Choices A, C, and D do not specifically address the demographic characteristics of adolescent males driving without a license in rural areas, making them incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement best describes how firearm injuries are different in rural areas compared with urban areas?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: Choice B is correct because nonfatal firearm injuries are more common in the home in rural areas due to higher rates of gun ownership and hunting activities. Choice A is incorrect as hunting season does not determine injury rates. Choice C is incorrect as urban areas typically have higher fatality rates due to quicker access to medical care. Choice D is incorrect as firearm injuries are actually more common in rural areas.
Question 5 of 5
As a concerned citizen and professional, a nurse encourages the local senators and representatives to support expansion of health clinics for the poverty stricken. Which location is in most desperate need?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step 1: Migrant and seasonal farmworkers often lack access to healthcare due to remote locations and lack of resources. Step 2: These workers face occupational health risks and need immediate medical attention. Step 3: Expanding health clinics in rural areas can address these needs effectively. Step 4: Other choices lack the same level of urgency and specific healthcare needs as migrant farmworkers.