HESI RN
HESI RN Community and Population Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is interested in studying the incidence of infant death in a particular city and wants to compare that city's rate to the state's rate. Which state resource should the nurse select to gather this information?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Bureau of Vital Statistics provides detailed data on vital events like deaths, making it the best resource for accurate infant mortality rates for city and state comparisons.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
While assessing a child at the community health clinic, the nurse notes that the toddler has multiple bruises on his legs and buttocks. After reporting suspected child abuse to the supervisor, which action should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Referring to protective service agencies ensures a specialized investigation and intervention, prioritizing the child's safety and well-being.
Question 4 of 5
Two years ago, the nurse assessed the health needs of high school students and determined that student pregnancy was a priority problem. The nurse then developed a pregnancy prevention program for the entire school district. Which finding is the best indicator of the program's effectiveness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A delay in first sexual experience directly indicates behavioral change, reducing pregnancy risk and demonstrating the program's effectiveness in altering student behavior.
Question 5 of 5
A client comes to the public health clinic requesting information about which immunizations to receive prior to visiting a developing nation. Which immunization should the nurse recommend as a priority for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatitis A vaccine is prioritized for travel to developing nations due to high risk of transmission through contaminated food and water.