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ATI NURS 340 Leadership and Public Health Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statements about children and environmental hazards is correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Due to their lower body weight, developing organs, and higher metabolic rate, children absorb toxins more readily and are more vulnerable to harmful effects.
Question 2 of 5
The public health nurse understands that which of the following is the number one cause of death worldwide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Non-communicable diseases, particularly cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and stroke, account for over 70% of deaths worldwide.
Question 3 of 5
An instructor is reviewing Salmonella infections with her class. Which of the following comments indicates that the student needs further review on Salmonella?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Salmonella is a bacterial infection that spreads primarily through contaminated food, water, or direct contact with infected animals. It does not form spores.
Question 4 of 5
For a bedridden Muslim patient, the nurse rearranges the room and moves the bed so that it faces toward Mecca for the patient's daily prayers. Which of the following is the nurse demonstrating through these actions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cultural accommodation involves making adjustments to support a patient's cultural practices without causing harm to others. By repositioning the bed, the nurse respects the patient's religious beliefs and enhances comfort.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse wishes to develop cultural competence. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cultural competence begins with self-awareness. Nurses must first recognize how their own cultural background, beliefs, and biases influence their interactions with patients before effectively understanding and respecting others' cultures.