What is an opportunity that may be experienced by a nurse practicing in a rural environment? a. Variety/diversity in clinical experiences b. Faster pace c. Less independence/autonomy d. Abundant resources ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A
A client is suffering from stress related to the depressed lumber industry in his county. This may be called a. Manic-depression b. Psychosis c. Anticipatory grieving d. Farm stress ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: D
A nurse is providing care for at-risk minority groups in rural America. Which health care needs are appropriate for the nurse to address? Select all that apply. a. Field sanitation b. Infectious diseases c. Maternal care services d. Oral/dental care ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A, B, C, D
A nurse is providing care to a Native Alaskan client. The nurse recognizes the client may need specialized community nursing care related to a. Exposure to petroleum products b. Farmer’s lung c. Field sanitation d. Black lung, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A
Which group is over-represented in rural areas when compared with urban areas? a. African Americans b. Asian-Pacific Islanders c. Caucasians d. Native Americans ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C
The percentage of United States residents living in rural settings is about a. 5% b. 15% c. 25% d. 40% ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C
A nurse visits a client living on a farm residency. Which area did the nurse visit? a. A region that has fewer than six persons per square mile b. A home outside areas zoned as “city limits” c. A county in a metro area with fewer than 1 million people d. An area adjacent to […]
Which population is a nurse most likely to encounter in a rural area compared to an urban area? a. Residents under age 18 b. Residents over age 50 c. Residents who are married d. Residents who have more years of formal education ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A
A nurse may define a community as a(n) (select all that apply) a. Social group determined by geographic boundaries b. Group of people who share common values and interests c. Group of people defined by their interactions d. Individual with a specific health concern ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A, B, C
To effectively complete the evaluation phase, the nurse must have a. Demonstrated the ability to improve the health of the participants b. Developed measureable objectives and goals before implementation c. Encouraged full participation by community members d. Improved the health of the population through the program ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B