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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Which of the following actions should be taken by a small community group who hopes to accomplish goals against a large powerful corporation? a. Appeal to the chief executive officer’s conscience b. Ask the corporation’s employees to encourage change c. Begin legal action to force the corporation to change d. Form coalitions with other groups […]
Which of the following is considered appropriate preparation for engaging in forensic nursing specialty practice? a. Adequate number of continuing education credits plus licensure as a registered nurse b. Baccalaureate nursing program and previous community health experience c. College-based educational program including supervised clinical hours and internship d. Interest in and willingness to be employed […]
Which of the following statements best explains why parents and nurses are often concerned about adolescents? a. Adolescents engage in sexual acts without using protection. b. Adolescents engage in very high-risk behaviors. c. Adolescents love driving but are not as skilled as they believe. d. Adolescents often experiment with alcohol or drugs. ESSAYBID ANSWER […]
In a community presentation about asthma, a nurse explained the causes of asthma in children, how to observe for “triggers” that lead to an attack, and how to use an inhaler. Which of the following statements best identifies what was omitted from this presentation? a. The nurse did not ask the attendees to disclose if […]
