ATI RN
History of Public Health Questions
Question 1 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 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement should guide the nurse in helping an underrepresented client obtain health insurance based on the ACA?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because the ACA expanded Medicaid eligibility, making it easier for underrepresented clients to qualify for Medicaid based on their income. This is important for helping them obtain health insurance. A is incorrect as the age qualification for Medicare was not lowered under the ACA. C is incorrect as Medicaid administration remains under state control. D is incorrect as individuals with disabilities are still covered by Medicare.
Question 4 of 5
Which health condition is more prevalent in the Hispanic/Latino population than in the general U.S. population?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Obesity. Hispanic/Latino population in the U.S. has higher rates of obesity due to cultural diet preferences and lifestyle factors. This is supported by research and health data. Hypertension, asthma, and cancer do not have higher prevalence rates in the Hispanic/Latino population compared to the general U.S. population based on current statistics and studies.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement reflects the nurse's role in addressing environmental health hazards in a community health setting?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: 1. Monitoring and preventing community exposure to toxic chemicals aligns with the nurse's role in promoting health and preventing diseases. 2. Nurses have a duty to assess environmental health risks and implement interventions to protect the community. 3. Prescribing medication (Choice B) does not address the root cause of environmental hazards. 4. Simply educating the public without engaging in prevention efforts (Choice C) may not effectively reduce environmental health risks. 5. Ignoring environmental health hazards (Choice D) contradicts the nursing profession's commitment to holistic care.