Practice Questions

182. A community experiences a sudden outbreak of a highly virulent influenza strain. What is the most urgent public health response strategy?

A. Encourage public gatherings
B. Rapid vaccination campaigns, isolation of cases, and public health communication on prevention
C. Blame individuals for getting sick
D. Discontinue all public health services
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181. A community health nurse is conducting a health screening for obesity in adults. What is a critical measurement used to assess obesity?

A. Arm length
B. Body Mass Index (BMI) and waist circumference
C. Hair color
D. Shoe size
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180. A home care patient with diabetes is experiencing a diabetic foot ulcer. What is the most urgent concern?

A. Cosmetic appearance of the foot
B. Risk of infection, gangrene, and potential amputation
C. Minor discomfort
D. Inability to wear certain shoes
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179. A community health nurse is planning a program to reduce the incidence of childhood dental caries. What is a critical intervention?

A. Providing sugary snacks at school
B. Promoting fluoride use (e.g., fluoridated water, fluoride toothpaste), regular brushing, and limiting sugary drinks
C. Discouraging dental visits
D. Allowing children to share toothbrushes
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178. A home care patient with heart failure is prescribed a daily low-sodium diet. What medicinal advice should the nurse provide regarding over-the-counter medications?

A. All over-the-counter medications are safe for heart failure
B. Avoid over-the-counter medications high in sodium (e.g., some antacids, cough syrups)
C. Take as many over-the-counter medications as desired
D. Only use herbal remedies
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177. A community health nurse is working with a family facing the challenges of caring for a member with a chronic illness. What is a critical intervention to prevent caregiver burnout?

A. Encourage caregivers to avoid self-care
B. Teach stress management techniques, connect to respite care, and encourage seeking support from others
C. Blame the caregiver for feeling overwhelmed
D. Advise the caregiver to take on more responsibilities
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176. A community health nurse is advocating for increased access to clean water in a developing community. What is a critical impact of contaminated water on community health?

A. Increased aesthetic appeal
B. Increased incidence of waterborne diseases (e.g., cholera, typhoid)
C. Improved agricultural yields
D. Reduced need for sanitation
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175. A community health nurse is conducting a health education session on sun safety. What is a critical preventative measure against skin cancer?

A. Sunbathing without protection
B. Wearing sunscreen (SPF 30+), protective clothing, and seeking shade during peak sun hours
C. Using tanning beds regularly
D. Avoiding all outdoor activities
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174. A home care patient with a new colostomy is struggling with body image and acceptance. What is the most critical nursing intervention?

A. Tell them to ignore their feelings
B. Provide emotional support, teach self-care techniques, and connect them with ostomy support groups
C. Focus only on the physical aspects of the colostomy
D. Advise them to isolate themselves
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173. A community health nurse is assessing a child for signs of physical abuse. What is a critical indicator?

A. Consistently clean clothes
B. Unexplained bruises or injuries in various stages of healing, or injuries inconsistent with explanation
C. Healthy weight
D. Good school performance
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