Which of the following statements best describes how firearm injuries are different in rural areas as compared with urban areas? a. In rural areas, firearm deaths occur more frequently because of purposeful, rather than accidental, shooting. b. In rural areas, firearm injuries occur more frequently in the home. c. In rural areas, firearm injuries occur […]
A person with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) knows the ritual is senseless, but is unable to stop. Which of the following best explains why he does not quit doing the ritual? a. As rituals become habit, others will worry about the person if he or she suddenly stops engaging in the ritual behavior. b. Engaging in […]
Which of the following individuals would be described as being “doubled up”? a. An individual who has two chronic conditions b. An individual who has recently been released from prison c. An individual who maintains two jobs to avoid being homeless d. An individual who is forced to live with friends ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: […]
Which of the following groups is the fastest-growing component of the rural population? a. Disabled adults b. Elderly women c. Hispanic children d. Retirees ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C Today, the proportion of Hispanic children is the fastest-growing component of the rural population, regardless of region.
Which of the following females would be at greatest risk for developing bulimia nervosa? a. A 13-year-old who is constantly snacking on food from her backpack all day b. A 14-year-old student who is known as a nerd c. A 15-year-old cheerleader who wants to be a professional ballerina d. An 11-year-old student with the […]
Which of the following persons will have the most difficulty in obtaining adequate support services to find a long-term home? a. An alcoholic homeless person b. A homeless person who has a limited support system and is unemployed c. A homeless person who has a mental illness and is an alcoholic d. A mentally ill […]
Which of the following best describes the current perspective on how communities should treat persons with disabilities (PWDs)? a. Be supportive of PWDs and try to reduce environmental barriers b. Maximize opportunities for PWDs to work and otherwise contribute to community life c. PWDs have civil rights just as other citizens do. d. Recognize that […]
Which of the following best explains why companies do not build work places in rural areas where people are anxious to find full-time employment? a. Employers need highly educated and skilled employees. b. Managers do not want to be transferred into a rural area where they will not fit in and will not be comfortable. […]
Which of the following describes the most important need of every school-aged child with a disability? a. A teacher who understands the child’s needs b. An advocate within the school system c. An assessment with comparison with developmental milestones d. An individualized education plan (IEP) ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: D A child should have all […]
A professional strongly encouraged institutionalization so the parents could focus on care of their other family members. Which of the following suggestions would be appropriate for the nurse to make to the parents? a. As the expert pointed out, institutionalization will reduce family stress. b. The child has a right to an education in the […]