HESI RN
RN HESI Community Health with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A healthcare provider requested a community health nurse to make weekly visits to a 10-year-old patient for weight reduction, monitoring fingerstick blood glucose levels, and severe headaches. The nurse is reviewing the patient's data. Which data warrants follow-up?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The patient reporting that they become easily short of breath is a significant concern. Shortness of breath could indicate a number of health issues, including asthma, heart conditions, or other respiratory problems. This warrants immediate follow-up.
Question 2 of 5
In the event of a communication breakdown during a disaster, what actions should be taken?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Confirming that all essential staff are on either the lockdown team or the relief team ensures that everyone knows their roles and responsibilities, which is crucial for effective communication during a disaster.
Question 3 of 5
The community health nurse collaborated with the American Heart Association to launch a comprehensive educational program about strokes and acute coronary syndrome. Which result indicates that the program was successful?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A decrease in cardiac-related fatalities by 109% six months after the program's presentation is a direct and measurable outcome that indicates the program was successful in its goal to prevent strokes and acute coronary syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
The occupational health nurse in a mobile clinic is formulating an exposure control plan for blood-borne pathogens. Which topics should the nurse incorporate into this plan? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Puncture-resistant sharps containers, needleless medication delivery systems, vaccination schedule for Hepatitis B, and personal protective equipment (PPE) are all critical components of an exposure control plan for blood-borne pathogens. These measures directly reduce the risk of exposure and infection.
Question 5 of 5
A home health nurse is examining the lab results of several patients with a history of heart failure (HF). Which patient's finding should the nurse immediately report to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) levels are used to diagnose and monitor heart failure. A BNP level of 550 pg/mL (550 ng/L) is significantly higher than the normal range, which is less than 100 pg/mL. High BNP levels indicate that the heart is working harder than normal, which is a common occurrence in heart failure.
Therefore, this result should be reported immediately to the healthcare provider.