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Question 1 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 2 of 5

Which annual screening should the nurse include when planning an eye health program at a preschool?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Visual acuity screening is essential for preschoolers to detect vision issues like amblyopia or refractive errors that could impact development and learning, making it the priority for annual eye health programs.

Question 3 of 5

Which measure should the college health clinic nurse implement to reduce the incidence of meningococcal meningitis in college freshmen?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The meningococcal vaccine is the most effective measure to prevent meningococcal meningitis in high-risk dorm settings.

Question 4 of 5

Several clients who have recently come to the local health clinic in a rural county are diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB). After reporting the occurrence to the health department, which community focused action should the nurse implement first?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A community health assessment is the first step to understand the extent of the TB outbreak, identify high-risk groups, and tailor interventions like screening or education effectively.

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.

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