Which is a disease that was once isolated and rare but is now widespread throughout the world? a. Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) b. Smallpox c. Malaria d. Measles ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A Smallpox has been eradicated; malaria and measles were not isolated and rare throughout the world. AIDS was once isolated and rare, but […]
Which statement(s) about the health care workforce are true? Select all that apply. a. There is a shortage of nurses in the United States. b. Schools of nursing turn away qualified applicants due to lack of faculty and limitations of clinical sites. c. More than one million nurses will be needed by 2012 to replace […]
An example of a public health law instituted to protect the health of the community is a. Requiring all persons to have health insurance coverage b. Administering flu shots in the late fall and early winter c. Mandating immunizations for all children entering kindergarten d. Monitoring and licensing nuclear power plants ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: […]
Which health problem is in need of control in developed countries? a. Hepatitis b. Malaria c. Polio d. Smallpox ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A
When researching advanced practice nursing options, a nursing student discovers that a. Nurse practitioners may work as independent practitioners. b. Certified nurse midwives have limited prescriptive authority. c. Clinical nurse specialists typically provide primary care services. d. The Doctorate in Nursing Practice emphasizes the importance of research. ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A Nurse practitioners may […]
A nursing student interviews a member of the local congressional district to learn more about the health care system in the United States. Which statement made by the congressman would be accurate? a. “Managed care was short-lived because too many consumer groups endorsed the plans.” b. “Under managed care, clients had unlimited access to providers […]
An expected action by the Department of Homeland Security would be a. Prevention and protection against terrorist attacks b. Regulation of licensure of medical personnel c. Inspection of the safety of food and cosmetics d. Regulation of managed care organizations ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A This agency was created after the terrorist attacks of September […]
The key to achieving the goals of Health for All in the 21st Century (HEALTH21) is the worldwide a. Cure of communicable disease b. Technological development of all nations c. Availability of health care insurance d. Implementation of primary health care ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: D The major key to attaining Health for All by […]
If a 25-year-old woman visits a community health center to obtain a gynecological examination and birth control pills, these activities are termed _____ care. a. Tertiary health b. Public health c. Primary health d. Specialized care ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C By definition, primary health care includes basic health care services with the emphasis on […]
A nurse exploring a job opportunity at a community health center would expect that the center a. Would be located in a large metropolitan area b. Provides care only to the economically disadvantaged c. Offers comprehensive primary care services and supportive services d. Is used for preventive services such as flu shots ESSAYBID ANSWER […]
