HESI RN
HESI RN Community and Population Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During a substance abuse class at an elementary school, a student says, 'My Dad used to drink one beer a day. Now he drinks at least a six-pack every day.' What does this child's description of the father indicate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The increase from one beer to a six-pack daily suggests tolerance, where the parent needs more alcohol to achieve the same effect, a hallmark of developing alcohol dependency.
Question 2 of 5
The parish nurse notes that an older adult client has had a 5 lb (2.3 kg) weight loss since a check-up one month ago. The client has good hygiene, still drives a car, and lives alone. To which agency should the nurse refer this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Senior Citizen Center offers social activities and meal programs that can address potential causes of weight loss, such as isolation or inadequate nutrition, suitable for an independent older adult.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is documenting the medical history of a young adult client who was recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus. The client smokes 2 packs of cigarettes daily and the client's father died of a heart attack at the age of 45. Which annual screening is most important for the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Given the client's smoking habit and family history of early heart attack, screening for hyperlipidemia is critical to address cardiovascular risk, which is heightened by these factors and diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
When assessing the health of a community, which is the most important information for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Expressed needs of community members provide direct insight into specific health concerns and priorities, ensuring interventions are relevant and effective.
Question 5 of 5
A 66-year-old client is retiring and will no longer have health insurance through a place of employment. Which agency should the client be referred to by the employee health nurse for health insurance needs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Medicare is the federal health insurance program for those 65 and older, making it the most suitable for a 66-year-old retiree's insurance needs.