The population health nurse is reviewing information to include in a presentation on the economics of health care. Which statements should the nurse include in this presentation?
(Select all that apply.) 1. Health insurance guarantees a healthy workforce. 2. Educational level is associated with health outcomes. 3. Society benefits from an employed and healthy workforce. […]
The population health nurse learns that the state of practice received a block grant to address a health problem. Which problem should the nurse advocate to receive this grant? 1. Developing public education programs to address smoking. 2. Developing a research program to address causes of poverty. 3. Increasing coverage for those meeting qualifications for […]
The population health nurse attends a seminar on health care economics. What should the nurse realize as one of the biggest concerns influencing the economic health status of the United States? 1. Aging of citizens. 2. Declining birth rate. 3. Rise in asthma among children. 4. Rise of adolescent mental health problems. ESSAYBID ANSWER […]
The population nurse becomes aware of an increase in social instability in one neighborhood. This instability can affect societal health because it can lead to: 1. Poverty. 2. Social conflict. 3. Developing alternative methods of health care. 4. Ill health that results from disruptive economic conditions. ESSAYBID ANSWER Answer: 4 Explanation: 4. While poverty […]
The population health nurse is participating in a discussion about the number of physicians in the United States being able to meet health care needs. What should the nurse identify as the primary reason for physicians contributing to escalating health The population health nurse is participating in a discussion about the number of physicians in […]
The population health nurse providing care in an economically disadvantaged city is aware of many people receiving their health care through charity systems that are set up by local physicians. The nurse is concerned because this practice can contribute The population health nurse providing care in an economically disadvantaged city is aware of many people […]
The nurse desires to improve cultural competence when providing patient care. What action should the nurse take first to develop this competency? 1. Understand the culture of the patient. 2. Identify the goals for culturally competent care. 3. Gain proficiency in another language beyond English. 4. Understand and recognize the nurse’s own cultural background. […]
The population health nurse is assisting with a booth at a health fair to help community members sign up for health insurance. For which reasons should the nurse promote the importance of having health insurance? (Select all that apply.) 1. Eliminates health disparities. 2. Means the individual has full-time employment. 3. Guarantees no difficulty in […]
The local clinic employs a Hispanic receptionist, who is also used as an interpreter for the many non-English-speaking Latino patients who utilize the clinic. Members of the staff believe the patients should learn English, and they have refused offers The local clinic employs a Hispanic receptionist, who is also used as an interpreter for the […]
The population health nurse is attending a community town hall meeting where an elected official is discussing the importance of extending tax cuts for the upcoming fiscal year. What should the nurse consider as the impact of these cuts on health care? 1. Scarcity of health resources. 2. Reduction in chronic diseases. 3. Increased number […]
