HESI RN
RN HESI Community Health with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After the first injection of the Hepatitis B Vaccine (HBV) series is administered to a group of healthcare workers, what advice should the nurse give to them?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Regular monitoring of immunization levels is important after receiving the HBV series. This is because healthcare workers are at a higher risk of exposure to Hepatitis B, and ensuring immunity is crucial for their safety.
Question 2 of 5
The community health center has observed a significant increase in influenza cases compared to previous years. The nursing staff is tasked with reviewing outcome data to identify any trends in vaccination rates and reasons for any decline. What actions should the nursing team take to gather data for analysis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Generating influenza immunization and case reports from the electronic record would provide direct data about the number of people who have been vaccinated and the number of influenza cases. This information could be used to identify trends and understand reasons for any decline in vaccination rates.
Question 3 of 5
A child living in an inner city setting reports that there are no playgrounds or sidewalks in their area, so their grandmother does not allow them to go outside after school. The grandmother cooks traditional meals every evening. The child describes how they love their grandmother's cooking, and they get to use homemade tortillas instead of forks to pick up their food to eat. The child reports that they become short of breath easily when they are playing with their friends, and they have “a lot†of headaches. On a scale of 0 to 10, with 10 being very happy, how would you rate your happiness with your weight? The child reports “2.â€. What do you believe is one thing that you can change to help you lose some of your weight?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All of the above strategies - increasing physical activity, improving diet, and reducing portion sizes - are important for weight loss. They work together to create a calorie deficit, which is necessary for weight loss. It's also important to note that these strategies should be implemented as part of a sustainable lifestyle change, rather than a short-term diet.
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 5-year-old patient has been brought in for a routine check-up and vaccination update. The mother reports that the child has been having difficulty focusing in school and has shown a decreased appetite in recent weeks. What actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Given the child's symptoms of difficulty focusing in school and decreased appetite, it would be appropriate to recommend the parents to seek further medical evaluation for the child. These symptoms could be indicative of various conditions, including emotional distress, sleep disorders, or other health issues.