Public Health

Which of the following actions should be taken during a biological att

Which of the following actions should be taken during a biological attack? a. Close doors and windows and turn off all ventilation b. Seek medical attention if you become sick c. Develop a family emergency plan d. Keep a written record of everything that you have eaten   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B During a biological […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

The school nurse only had the resources for one education program for

The school nurse only had the resources for one education program for all the schools’ teachers and support staff. Which of the following topics would be the most important to address in this program? a. Asthma b. Diabetes c. Epilepsy d. Measles and mumps   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A In 2011, 9.6 % of children […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

A woman was bragging about her 12-year-old son who was quiet and spent

A woman was bragging about her 12-year-old son who was quiet and spent a lot of his time in his room building model airplanes, gluing and painting pieces. Which of the following may be concerning to the nurse? a. Being preadolescent, he needs education on sexual growth and development. b. He may be inhaling fumes […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

The 7-year-old boy’s hands were badly burnt; it was suspected that his

The 7-year-old boy’s hands were badly burnt; it was suspected that his mother had forced his hands into boiling hot water after she caught him masturbating. The staff did not want the mother to be allowed near the boy. The 7-year-old boy’s hands were badly burnt; it was suspected that his mother had forced his […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

Which of the following statements best describes how the American Red

Which of the following statements best describes how the American Red Cross (ARC) is different from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or the National Incident Management System? a. Funding includes only voluntary contributions. b. It emphasizes being prepared for emergencies, not just reacting to them. c. It has only volunteers as staff. d. It […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

Which of the following best describes the incidence of abuse among pre

Which of the following best describes the incidence of abuse among pregnant women? a. It is too difficult to determine the actual incidence of abuse among this population. b. It is estimated that approximately 1 out of every 10 women experiences abuse. c. Approximately one out of every six women has been abused by a […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

A 6-month-old infant was brought in unresponsive by both parents. X-ra

A 6-month-old infant was brought in unresponsive by both parents. X-ray examination showed evidence of shaken baby syndrome. Which of the following persons is most likely responsible? a. The babysitter b. The dad c. The grandparents d. The mom   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B In approximately 65% to 90% of abusive head trauma cases, also […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

Which of the following trends in drug use is being seen among young ad

Which of the following trends in drug use is being seen among young adults? a. Decrease in the use of illegal cocaine derivatives b. Expansion in the misuse of prescription drugs c. Large increase in the use of steroids and methamphetamines d. Increase in the overall use of all types of drugs   ESSAYBID ANSWER […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

Which of the following has shown a significant increase in usage among

Which of the following has shown a significant increase in usage among young people during the past five years? a. Use of marijuana b. Use of cigarettes c. Use of smokeless tobacco d. Use of alcohol   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A One positive development is that teen use of cigarettes and smokeless tobacco has declined. […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

Which of the following do terrorists hope to accomplish by causing mas

Which of the following do terrorists hope to accomplish by causing mass destruction and violence toward innocent persons going about their daily lives? a. Create fear to intimidate and coerce to accomplish a political goal b. Encourage others with similar beliefs to join them and their cause c. Obtain publicity for themselves and their goals […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020