How do the policies on children’s health in the United States differ from the policies on children’s health in other industrialized nations? a. Most industrialized nations, including the United States, have similar policies. b. U.S. policies are more market based and less social justice based. c. U.S. policies are voluntary, whereas in most countries they […]
Which of the following best explains how occupational health nursing differs from other nursing specialties? (Select all that apply.) a. Occupational health nursing has a major focus on the environment. b. Occupational health nurses are required to have a master’s degree in occupational health. c. Occupational health nurses are more autonomous and work independently. d. […]
Which of the following best describes the screening tests that are completed on all newborns in the United States? a. It varies from state to state, somewhere between 0 and 25 tests. b. It varies from state to state, but all states have a common 26 conditions that are tested. c. Federal legislation mandates 29 […]
A school nurse is trying to determine health trends when making plans for health programming in the school for the upcoming school year. Which of the following would be the most appropriate action for the nurse to take? a. Conduct a survey in the community b. Do an online search of groups that might collect […]
A nurse is going to visit a client who needs assistance with personal hygiene and feeding. Which of the following suggestions should be made to the family? a. “I’ll teach you how to care for your family member to keep him comfortable or, if you can afford it, you can employ an aide.” b. “It’s […]
Which of the following helps to balance the fact that poverty is typically a major factor in certain groups having poorer health? a. A strong community health center in the neighborhood b. Intact families where fathers are married to children’s mothers c. Strong family and community support for healthy behaviors d. The large number of […]
Which of the following describe a problem with the U.S. water quality today? (Select all that apply.) a. Companies demand high reimbursement when asked to stop dumping heavy metals into local water sources. b. Many aquifers are contaminated with pesticides and fertilizers. c. More than 45 million Americans drink untreated water. d. Sediment from construction, […]
Which of the following would be a source of care if families are employed at a salary above the poverty line, but at too low of an income for health insurance? a. Local health department clinics that provide care on a sliding scale b. Health care providers who donate time and pharmaceutical samples to free […]
Which of the following actions was taken by the federal government to help improve health disparities among minorities? a. Created scholarships and traineeships only for minority applicants b. Created the National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities c. Established grants that funded only minority health projects d. Legislated funds to create new colleges for […]
Which of the following is often discovered when female prisoners are interviewed for their health histories? (Select all that apply.) a. A history of physical and sexual abuse b. Evidence of active tuberculosis (TB) c. Extensive tattooing and body piercings d. Personal use of drugs and alcohol e. Positive test results for HIV and hepatitis […]
