ATI RN
RN Evidence-Based Practice in Community and Public Health Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
Why are so many Americans obese?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: While multiple factors contribute to obesity, the primary cause is consuming more calories than needed for activity levels.
Question 2 of 5
Which best describes why it is important for the nurse to be knowledgeable about the community when providing care to individuals?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse must be aware of how individuals and families are influenced by the community and environment around them.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is using a systems framework when caring for individuals, families, and aggregates in the community. Which best describes an aspect that would be more challenging when caring for an aggregate as opposed to caring for an individual?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recognizing the interacting aspects of a large aggregate system in its power distribution and decision-making process is more challenging.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse decided that a high-risk aggregate most needed education about diabetes. Which would be the best approach when teaching the group?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Most persons do not enjoy lectures, so the nurse must initiate small group involvement and participation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is determining the needs of a selected aggregate. Eight percent of the aggregate has diabetes. Which best describes the action that should be taken next to determine if this should be a priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A rate is meaningless unless compared with previous trends or with state or national norms.