ATI RN
Public Health Policy Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which best describes the most crucial step in policy formation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: How an issue is defined determines what the possible approaches to resolution might be. With all the demands on legislators' time, it is difficult for an issue to be seen as important enough to have action taken. Defining the issue as crucially important and worthy of a place on the agenda for possible action is the most critical step.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is employed by the state nursing association to serve as a lobbyist. Which would be the most crucial task to achieve?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An individual who establishes a reputation as a reliable and accurate resource as a lobbyist has substantial influence. Certainly, it is also useful to convince colleagues to join nursing organizations and write legislators or contribute to campaigns of legislators supportive of nursing goals. Legislators rely on lobbyists to educate them on issues. The official must trust the lobbyists to give accurate (though predictably biased) information, which is timely and up to date.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is unable to be actively involved in attending meetings at the state level. Which action would be most useful for the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grassroots cooperation can influence decisions. A high number of communications from individual constituents via email, telephone, or postal mail have great influence.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement best describes why nurses should contribute whenever possible to their state nursing association political action committee (PAC)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Because PACs are a reality of political life, nurses need to recognize their power and support those that are committed to electing candidates sympathetic to health care issues. The contribution of money will support the current nursing practice initiatives which will change as nursing practice changes. These contributions will most likely not have any relationship to a future political appointment. Legislative votes are influenced by a variety of factors and are not limited only to money.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse would like to influence an internal private health policy. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Internal nursing action is from within the agency, such as holding an important management position. Nurses can support and use nursing research that demonstrates positive clinical and economic outcomes. Such action also serves to validate the importance of nursing within the health system. External strategies can include participation in discussions regarding aspects of care or seeking employment in entrepreneurial practices.