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ATI NURS 340 Leadership and Public Health Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The public health nurse understands that endoparasites are which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Protozoa, roundworms, and tapeworms are endoparasites that live inside the host, affecting the digestive system. Ticks and mites are ectoparasites.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following best represents an example of infectious disease spreading via a vector?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A vector is an organism that transmits pathogens from one host to another. Mosquitoes transmit diseases like malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus.
Question 3 of 5
A public health nurse is struggling with moral distress. What are actions the nurse can take to handle moral distress? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: A: Addressing moral distress requires advocating for ethical concerns. Reporting issues to supervisors can initiate solutions. B: Ethics committees provide guidance to resolve ethical dilemmas. C: A proactive approach prevents worsening distress. D: Identifying and addressing causes promotes resilience. E is incorrect as suppressing concerns can worsen distress.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse wants to have a better understanding of the physiological effects of selected chemicals. Which of the following individuals would provide the most useful information to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Toxicologists specialize in studying the effects of chemicals on living organisms, including how chemicals interact with biological systems and potential toxic effects.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse advises a client with osteoporosis to have three servings of milk or dairy products daily. Which of the following levels of prevention is being used by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Primary prevention involves actions to prevent disease before it occurs. Encouraging adequate calcium intake helps prevent osteoporosis-related complications.