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Question 1 of 5

The public health nurse is evaluating resources in a rural community. Which healthcare resource is most important to the community?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: In rural areas, accessibility to trauma care is critical due to geographic isolation, ensuring timely management of emergencies and improving survival rates.

Question 2 of 5

The school nurse is assessing a group of middle school students for signs of scoliosis and discovers a student with a noticeable unequal symmetry of the upper and lower back. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Referring for further evaluation by a specialist ensures accurate diagnosis and timely management of potential scoliosis, addressing the observed asymmetry.

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

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 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with gonorrhea. The client reports having sex with multiple partners. Which response should the nurse provide?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Notifying sexual partners is critical to prevent further spread of gonorrhea, ensuring they are tested and treated, as asymptomatic individuals can still transmit the infection.

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After assessing the health care needs of an elementary school, the nurse determines that an increased prevalence of pediculosis capitis is a priority problem. The nurse develops a 2-month program with the goal to eradicate the condition in the school. The program includes educational pamphlets sent home to parents and regular assessment of children by the school nurse. Which action should the nurse implement to evaluate the effectiveness of the program?
A prescription for discharge is written for an elderly client who has asked to be discharged to home. The client lives alone and is able to walk 10 to 15 feet (3 to 4.5 meters) with assistance. Which action should the nurse implement first?
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The community health center has noticed a dramatic increase in influenza cases over prior years. The facility nurses have been charged with reviewing outcome data to determine if there is a trend in vaccination rates, and if a trend is noted, reasons for decline. An action plan will be developed to increase rates, if needed. The facility nursing team develops a plan to survey the community and facility records. Select all applicable action(s) that will facilitate gathering data for analysis.

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