Public Health

The NP is more likely than the CNS to be involved with 1. Disease pre

The NP is more likely than the CNS to be involved with 1. Disease prevention activities 2. Deciding on a treatment plan 3. Identifying needs of populations at risk 4. Identifying health needs of the community   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: 2 Disease prevention activities, identifying needs of populations at risk, and identifying health needs of […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

An example of secondary prevention of a population-focused CNS activit

An example of secondary prevention of a population-focused CNS activity is 1. Flu immunizations at churches 2. Education on need for early detection 3. “Men’s Night Out” event with screenings for blood pressure and cholesterol 4. Follow-up clinics for diabetics   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: 3 Flu immunizations at churches and education on need for early […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

The scope of practice of the nurse practitioner is defined by 1. Reim

The scope of practice of the nurse practitioner is defined by 1. Reimbursement policies 2. Certification requirements 3. The nurse’s educational preparation 4. The state’s nurse practice act   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: 4 The scope and practice of the nurse practitioner is defined by the state’s nurse practice act.    

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Date: October 9th, 2020

When the advanced practice nurse applies nursing knowledge with physic

When the advanced practice nurse applies nursing knowledge with physical, psychosocial, and environmental assessment skills to respond to common health and illness problems, the nurse is referred to as a(n) 1. Advanced practice nurse 2. Community health nurse specialist 3. Nurse practitioner 4. Public health clinical nurse specialist   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: 3 A nurse […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

The purpose of certification is to 1. Assure the public that nurses w

The purpose of certification is to 1. Assure the public that nurses who claim to be competent at an advanced level have had their credentials verified through examination 2. Verify minimal competency levels of practice 3. Create a network for nurses to collaborate 4. Make it difficult to become a nurse   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

Professional certification exams for advanced practice nurses are offe

Professional certification exams for advanced practice nurses are offered by the 1. American Nurses Association 2. National League for Nursing 3. State boards of nursing 4. Universities offering graduate degree programs   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: 1 Examinations are administered through the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC).    

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Date: October 9th, 2020

The CNS is more likely than the NP to be involved with 1. Diagnosing

The CNS is more likely than the NP to be involved with 1. Diagnosing health problems 2. Managing chronic disease 3. Limiting disability 4. Conducting community assessments   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: 4 Diagnosing health problems, managing chronic disease, and limiting disability are roles of an NP.    

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Date: October 9th, 2020

The ability of NPs to diagnose and treat has increased the provision o

The ability of NPs to diagnose and treat has increased the provision of health care, teaching, and client compliance with teaching plans. In some states standing orders for the management of certain illnesses exist. This implies 1. All patients will be treated the same. 2. Nursing diagnoses are used as the basis of practice. 3. […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

The CNS or NP functioning in the role of administrator 1. Engages in

The CNS or NP functioning in the role of administrator 1. Engages in consultation and problem solving with individuals, families, and the community 2. Is often responsible for and has direct authority and supervision over the staff and client care 3. Works with doctorally prepared nurses on research projects 4. Educates the public on current […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020