Everyone in a high school was very upset over the fact that one of the students had shot and killed another student. The nurse decided this was an appropriate time to establish a program to help prevent violence. Everyone in a high school was very upset over the fact that one of the students had […]
“I don’t understand,” the woman said. “It’s my husband who is the alcoholic, not me. Why are you asking me to get involved in his treatment?” Which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse? a. “You are codependent. You will need to learn how to function independently.” b. “You are an […]
Everyone is talking about the disaster that has been widely seen on the news programs. Which of the following suggestions would be most appropriate for the nurse to make at this time? a. That this opportunity should be used to discuss how to be brave in a crisis. b. That programs in collaborative problem solving […]
As a nurse and a citizen, what is the nurse’s additional responsibility in relation to disasters? a. Assume the nurse will be asked to volunteer to assist the American Red Cross with helping care for disaster victims b. Be aware if there is an unusual increase in the number of people seeking care with similar […]
Which of the following sets of symptoms would be unexpected after a disaster? a. Confusion, disorientation, indecisiveness, and memory loss b. Depression, fear, or just numbness c. Fatigue with headaches, nausea, and dizziness d. Irritable, suspicious, argumentative, and inappropriate e. No unusual feelings or behavior ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: E Common responses to disasters include […]
A new school nurse was concerned about being accepted, as the previous nurse had been at the school for more than 20 years. Which of the following would be the best approach for the nurse to take? a. Do the best job possible of revising policies and approaches to reflect current information and trends b. […]
A 14-year-old girl came with her family to the clinic as her father picked up his medication. The girl became anxious and said she had to go home soon to clean the house and start dinner. A 14-year-old girl came with her family to the clinic as her father picked up his medication. The girl […]
A school nurse is conducting a program with high school students about adolescent sexuality. Which of the following information would the school nurse most likely include? a. Abstinence is the only way to avoid pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. b. Resources are available for assisting teenage parents with, for example, maternity clothing and baby needs. […]
Which of the following best explains what children of alcoholics do when they become adults with families? a. They do not touch alcohol because they know the problems it brings. b. They do not use alcohol but may use other drugs. c. They manage to use alcohol in social situations but not otherwise. d. They […]
One child in a kindergarten room had a slight fever and did not eat lunch. Otherwise, the child seemed OK. Three days later, several children were absent from kindergarten. Which of the following best describes what happened? a. Another nursery school was offering the same child care at a much lower price. b. Infectious diseases […]