HESI RN
HESI RN Community and Population Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A newly hired school nurse conducts a 'windshield' survey of the geographic area served by the school, Which method is best for the nurse to use to objectively validate the findings obtained?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Morbidity and mortality data provide objective, quantifiable evidence to validate windshield survey findings, offering insights into health trends and disease prevalence in the community.
Question 2 of 5
On a day when the temperature is expected to drop to below freezing during the night, the nurse is asked to determine which homeless adults are most in need of the limited spaces that are available in a shelter. It is most important for which person to be admitted for the night?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A malnourished older person is most vulnerable to hypothermia due to impaired thermoregulation, making shelter critical to prevent cold-related illnesses.
Question 3 of 5
A homeless client with alcohol dependency will be dismissed from the emergency department in 24 hours. The nurse notes that a tuberculin (TB) skin test was prescribed by the healthcare provider. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement prior to discharge?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ensuring follow-up for TB test reading is critical, especially for a homeless client, to confirm diagnosis and prevent missed results.
Question 4 of 5
A migrant farm worker who lives in a mobile home with several other workers visits the Migrant Health Care Center. The client reports Increasing episodes of dizziness, headaches, abdominal cramps, and difficulty breathing. Which nursing action has the highest priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Symptoms like dizziness and breathing difficulty suggest pesticide poisoning, a common risk for farm workers, requiring immediate investigation to guide treatment.
Question 5 of 5
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which diseases are reportable infectious diseases? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Anthrax, Diphtheria, and Tuberculosis are reportable due to their severe public health implications, potential for outbreaks, and, in the case of anthrax, bioterrorism concerns. Pediculosis and bacterial conjunctivitis, while public health concerns, are not typically mandated for reporting to the CDC.