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Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Management Questions
Question 1 of 5
The hospital plays an important role in the community in the case of a disaster. What are some of the expected roles of the hospital? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for why choice A is correct: 1. Stockpiling emergency equipment is crucial for hospitals in disaster scenarios to ensure they have necessary supplies. 2. Hospitals need to be prepared for emergencies by having equipment readily available. 3. This allows hospitals to respond quickly and effectively during disasters. Summary of why other choices are incorrect: - Choice B (Purchasing personal protective equipment) may be necessary but is not specific to the hospital's role in disaster response. - Choice D (Providing additional security for the community) is important, but it is not one of the primary roles of a hospital in disaster situations.
Question 2 of 5
Routine bloodwork results indicate that a client has type 2 diabetes. The client does not have any of the symptoms the nurse describes that are common with diabetes. The nurse assesses that this client is in which stage of disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client with type 2 diabetes but no symptoms is in the subclinical stage, as the disease is present but not causing noticeable signs yet. This stage precedes the clinical stage where symptoms manifest. Susceptible stage implies risk but no disease present. Underlying stage typically refers to conditions causing the disease, not the stage itself.
Question 3 of 5
An elementary school nurse has proposed the delivery of a healthy message through the school's audio system every day. The principal thinks this is a new idea that hasn't been tried before, the intercom system is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, the diffusion of innovations theory. This theory explains how new ideas spread and gain acceptance within a community or organization. In this scenario, the principal's hesitation and consideration of the idea as new align with the key concepts of this theory. The other choices, A, B, and C, are incorrect because they do not specifically address the process of how new ideas are adopted and diffused within a system like the school's audio system.
Question 4 of 5
A public health nurse is working in a rural community. Community members have expressed concerns about
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Availability of health care services. The nurse is addressing a concern raised by the community members about access to healthcare services. By establishing a mobile clinic, the nurse is improving availability and accessibility of healthcare services in the rural community, which is crucial for improving population health. Choice A is incorrect because it focuses on collaboration and establishment of a mobile clinic, not the specific enabling factor being targeted. Choices C and D are incorrect as they do not directly address the issue of access to healthcare services, which is the main concern of the community members.
Question 5 of 5
Which intervention would the nurse include in a plan of care for a client in the preparation stage of the transtheoretical model?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because during the preparation stage of the transtheoretical model, clients are getting ready to take action within the next month. Assisting in the development of realistic goals for weight loss is crucial at this stage to ensure the client is prepared for the next steps. Providing education on benefits (A) is more suitable for the contemplation stage. Identifying triggers (C) is important in the action stage. Positive reinforcement (D) is more appropriate during the maintenance stage.