The population health nurse is helping a client identify alternative solutions for a health problem. In which focus and role is the nurse functioning in this situation? 1. Client-oriented and educator. 2. Delivery-oriented and case manager. 3. Client-oriented and counselor. 4. Population-oriented and counselor. ESSAYBID ANSWER Answer: 3 Explanation: 3. This is an example […]
Which of the following are the causes of mental illness? (Select all that apply.) a. Excessive amounts of brain serotonin, dopamine, and γ-aminobutyric acid b. Genetic inheritance combined with neurochemical and metabolic changes c. Living through a severe disaster, whether manmade or natural d. Physiological abnormalities in the brain structure e. Posttraumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) […]
The nurse is functioning as a liaison within a local clinic. What action is the nurse performing in this role? 1. Serving as initial point of contact between client and agency. 2. Coordinating and directing the use of health care services. 3. Organizing and integrating services. 4. Creating alliances of individuals or groups to achieve […]
Which of the following strategies have been used to improve the collection of prevalence data for the homeless population? (Select all that apply.) a. Urban Institute study b. Homeless Assistance Report c. Continuum of Care (CoC) concept d. Homeless Information Management System (HMIS) e. Census Bureau f. Education for Homeless Children and Youth program […]
A nurse suspects that a client is depressed. Which of the following symptoms is most likely being exhibited by the client? (Select all that apply.) a. Paranoia b. Fatigue c. Irritability d. Difficulty concentrating e. Hallucinations f. Impulsivity ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B, C, D Symptoms of depression include the following: persistent sad, anxious, or […]
Which of the following best describes why for-profit managed care organizations (MCOs) have not begun to move into rural areas to increase the number of persons served? (Select all that apply.) a. High startup and administrative costs are needed. b. A large number of elderly are on Medicare or Medicaid, which results in low reimbursement. […]
Which of the following disorders is experienced at a higher rate by homeless adults when compared with the general population? (Select all that apply.) a. Hepatitis b. Diabetes c. Asthma d. HIV/AIDS e. Hypertension f. Alcoholism ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C, E, F Chronic disorders experienced at higher rates than in the general population include […]
Which of the following best describes why there are more long-term consequences (such as death) to a driver injured in a truck accident in a rural area than a driver injured in a truck accident in an urban area? (Select all that apply.) a. Rural drivers are more likely to speed over long distances than […]
A nurse was excited about being the only staff member in the public health department in a small rural area. Which of the following problems would the nurse most likely encounter? (Select all that apply.) a. There is no one with whom to collaborate or exchange ideas. b. There will be no physician available to […]
Which of the following do expert rural nurses report as benefits of their work? (Select all that apply.) a. Ability to develop close relationships and give holistic care b. Being able to practice in the community where one lives c. Constant challenges d. Continual growth as an expert generalist e. Higher salary than in urban […]
