HESI RN
HESI RN Community and Population Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adolescent tells the school nurse that she is pregnant. Her last menstrual period was 4 months ago, and she has not yet received any medical care. She smokes but denies any other substance use. Which interventions should the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Smoking cessation, nutritional instruction, and prenatal care referral are critical to improve maternal and fetal health outcomes. Childcare and breastfeeding education are less immediate, and notifying parents requires careful consideration of confidentiality.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse designs a series of four weekly classes for clients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which information should the nurse use as an outcome evaluation for the classes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lower fasting blood glucose readings directly indicate improved diabetes management, reflecting the classes' effectiveness.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is working with a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) to increase safety for children walking to and from a nearby elementary school. Which action should the nurse include to help achieve this goal?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Designated safe houses provide a structured safety measure, offering refuge for children in emergencies, directly enhancing pedestrian safety.
Question 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
A community health nurse is helping a group of nursing students plan a tertiary prevention program for a local community clinic that serves a majority Hispanic population. Which service project meets the requirement of a tertiary prevention program and would best serve this population?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Demonstrating foot care for diabetic clients is tertiary prevention, focusing on managing complications of an existing condition, highly relevant for a Hispanic population with a high prevalence of diabetes.