Public Health

A correctional nurse was preparing to give an inmate his psychotropic

A correctional nurse was preparing to give an inmate his psychotropic drug when the prisoner hit the nurse’s arm, sending the medication flying, and yelled, “No more. I’m not taking that poison anymore!” The prisoner is obviously mentally ill. A correctional nurse was preparing to give an inmate his psychotropic drug when the prisoner hit […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

In what way is the U.S. approach to primary health care inconsistent w

In what way is the U.S. approach to primary health care inconsistent with the World Health Organization (WHO) approach? a. Our primary health care system does not provide universal coverage to all citizens. b. Most U.S. citizens can afford health care through employer insurance plans. c. Tertiary care is preferred over primary care. d. U.S. […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

With whom would the forensic nurse primarily interact during the day i

With whom would the forensic nurse primarily interact during the day in addition to clients? (Select all that apply.) a. Case managers b. Officers of the court c. Physicians d. Police officers e. Psychologists f. Social workers   ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B, D The International Association of Forensic Nurses explains that forensic nursing is the […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

When the school health nurse suggested the school health clinic includ

When the school health nurse suggested the school health clinic include sexual counseling and free condoms if requested, an angry woman yelled, “Why do I care if some girls have no morals and sleep around?” Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse? a. “Because taxpayers spend billions each year […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

A woman comes to the clinic, and the nurse believes that she is speaki

A woman comes to the clinic, and the nurse believes that she is speaking French. She seems to understand English. A provider will need to complete a physical examination to confirm the health problem. Which of the following actions should be taken by the nurse? a. Ask the client if she prefers a male or […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

Which of the following would most likely be the result of a medicolega

Which of the following would most likely be the result of a medicolegal death investigation? (Select all that apply.) a. Clarification of the unnatural circumstances in which death occurred b. Court testimony as to cause of death based on evidence c. Consultation with defendant’s attorney for a fee d. Consultation with prosecuting attorneys for a […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

Which of the following would be the best example of service learning?

Which of the following would be the best example of service learning? a. Student nurses collecting gloves and coats to distribute to the homeless b. Student nurses distributing food on plates at a “feed the hungry” site c. Student nurses employed as nursing assistants for minimum wage on the weekends d. Student nurses volunteering at […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020

A school nurse is developing a health education program for third grad

A school nurse is developing a health education program for third grade students about how to play safely. Which of the following provides the best rationale for this nursing action? a. The kids were playing chicken in front of the school buses each day. b. The students are at the age when they begin to […]

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Date: October 9th, 2020