ATI RN
Community Needs Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What responsibility does the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics require of the nurse beyond giving excellent care to patients?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The ANA Code of Ethics promotes social reform by focusing on health policy and legislation to positively affect accessibility, quality, and cost of health care. The code does not directly address workplace issues, such as work schedules or need for overtime.
Question 2 of 5
What factors are most responsible for the increasing length of life of Americans over the past 100 years?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Average increased life span over the past 100 years can be largely attributed to higher standards of living, better nutrition, a healthier environment, and having fewer children. Public health efforts such as immunization and medical care have also contributed.
Question 3 of 5
Which primary prevention would the school nurse choose to address the school's number of unwed pregnancies?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Primary prevention aims to prevent a problem before it occurs. Education on sexuality and birth control directly addresses the prevention of future pregnancies, unlike the other options which focus on post-pregnancy support.
Question 4 of 5
Which task will be most helpful in meeting the public health agency's goals?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intra-agency cooperation to meet community-wide health goals aligns directly with the public health agency’s mission, surpassing the impact of individual-focused or internal tasks.
Question 5 of 5
Which task is most crucial for the community health nurse to do well?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Giving testimony reflects policy development, a core public health function with a broader impact than assessment or local interventions.