A woman vows to quit smoking and drinking immediately upon the surprising news that she is 2 months pregnant. Which of the following concerns would the nurse have for this woman? a. Those with whom she shares living quarters might smoke or drink. b. Fetal damage may already have occurred. c. Peers may encourage her […]
Which of the following statements best describes how the United States compares with other countries on infant mortality rate? a. Best of all the industrialized nations b. About in the middle of the industrialized nations c. Near the bottom of the industrialized nations d. Gradually improving among the industrialized nations ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C […]
A nurse reviewed the treatment the surgeon recommended for a woman’s breast lump. When the nurse asked the woman if she could be admitted to the hospital for immediate surgery, the husband thanked the nurse for her time and said they would get back in touch after they speak with other family members. Which of […]
An occupational health nurse (OHN) reminds employees to put on their safety glasses and use other personal protective equipment. Which of the following levels of prevention is being implemented? a. Primary b. Secondary c. Tertiary d. Health promotion ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A The OHN uses a variety of primary prevention methods, with one-on-one interaction […]
A nurse had 5 years of experience in a community health clinic when she accepted a position in occupational health. Which of the following best explains how the nurse will know what to do in this new setting? a. On the basis of past experience, she can focus on relevant aspects and adapt protocols as […]
What would be an appropriate term for intoxicated drivers, secondhand smoke, urban crowding, noise, and mechanization? a. Risks of living style b. Risks in the built environment c. Personal health risks d. Modern day health risks ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B The built environment is the connection between people, communities, and their surrounding environments that […]
Which of the following statements best describes what tobacco companies have done to counter their losses resulting from U.S. efforts to decrease smoking tobacco? a. Begun advertising in more subtle ways such as sponsoring sports programs or building and naming large sport arenas b. Bought off more restrictions on tobacco through the tobacco settlement funds, […]
A school nurse at a high school suggests that all students have an educational unit on newborn care in their required health class. Which of the following provides the best rationale for this suggestion? a. Because all adults should be knowledgeable in basic child care b. Because the first year of life is the most […]
The female nurse was called to the emergency department (ED) to help with a woman who had been beaten and raped. Which of the following are the nurse’s responsibilities as a forensic nurse? a. Discuss with police officers what is known and what needs to be known to close the case b. Initiate the proper […]
When a nurse visited a client’s home, it was apparent that the client had not begun to implement the needed exercise program. Rather, the client had been doing drawings about his illness experience. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take next? a. Express admiration for his artistic ability, […]