ATI RN
History of Public Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which indicator is the nurse utilizing when considering the effects of diseases that people in a population are living with?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Burden of disease. The nurse is considering the impact of diseases on a population, which includes factors beyond just the number of people affected. Burden of disease encompasses morbidity, mortality, and other aspects like disability and economic consequences. Morbidity (A) refers to the prevalence of a disease in a population, mortality (B) focuses on death rates from a disease, and prevalence (D) is the total number of cases of a disease in a population at a specific time. Burden of disease (C) provides a comprehensive view of the impact of diseases by considering various factors, making it the most appropriate indicator in this context.
Question 2 of 5
Which concept should the nurse consider when developing community programs to meet the needs of the baby boomer generation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: There is an increase in the need for long-term care. Baby boomers are aging, leading to a higher demand for long-term care services. This is supported by demographic trends showing a growing elderly population. Choice A is incorrect because the baby boomer population is not declining but aging. Choice C is incorrect as the average age of the U.S. population is increasing due to the aging baby boomer cohort. Choice D is incorrect as the prevalence of chronic diseases tends to increase with age, especially in the baby boomer generation.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement should guide the care a nurse provides to clients in a community health clinic that serves an ethnic minority group?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because health disparities are preventable differences in health outcomes that can exist among different ethnic groups. Understanding and addressing these disparities is crucial in providing equitable care. Incorrect choices: B: This statement is incorrect as hypertension can affect different ethnic groups differently due to various factors such as genetics, lifestyle, and access to healthcare. C: While it is ideal for underrepresented populations to engage in health-promotion activities, this statement may not always hold true and does not guide the nurse on how to provide care effectively. D: This statement is inaccurate as the population of ethnic minorities in the United States is actually increasing.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement best describes the impact of COVID-19 on the nursing profession?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because many nurses did leave the health care system due to various reasons such as burnout, lack of adequate support, and safety concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic. This had a significant impact on the nursing profession as it led to staffing shortages and increased workload for remaining nurses. Choices A and B are not directly related to the impact of COVID-19 on the nursing profession. Choice D is incorrect as nursing salaries have not decreased overall due to the pandemic; in fact, some areas have seen increases in pay to address the increased demand for healthcare workers.
Question 5 of 5
A 38-year-old client, who identifies as transgender, presents to a community health center with symptoms of an upper respiratory infection. During the intake assessment, the client tells the nurse that they do not receive regular health care and do not have a primary health care provider. As the nurse performs an assessment of this individual, which finding does the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: A distrust of the health care system. This choice is correct because individuals who identify as transgender often face discrimination and stigma within the healthcare system, leading to a lack of trust. This distrust can result in a reluctance to seek regular healthcare or establish a primary care provider. As a result, the nurse can anticipate encountering this distrust during the assessment. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect. Choice A is unlikely as individuals without regular healthcare may have missed out on preventive care, leading to potential presence of preventable diseases. Choice C, positive past healthcare encounters, is unlikely given the client's statement of not receiving regular healthcare. Choice D, up-to-date cancer screenings, is unlikely as individuals without a primary healthcare provider may not be up-to-date on screenings due to lack of access or engagement with the healthcare system.