A patient had wrapped a tummy band around her newborn’s abdomen. What should the nurse say to the new mother? a. “Can you explain to me the purpose of wrapping a band around the baby’s tummy?” b. “In the hospital, we prefer to expose the umbilical cord to air so it’s easier to put medication […]
Which of the following is one of the biggest threats faced by developing countries that are trying to grow economically and make a better life for their citizens? a. Lack of education and knowledge b. Political unrest c. Environmental hazards d. Large population ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: D Large populations create pressure. In developing countries, […]
When using an environmental perspective, which of the following would be the most important question for a nurse to ask when assessing potential health problems? a. “Can you tell me how you have been feeling?” b. “Can you tell me what you do at work?” c. “What brings you here today?” d. “What problems have […]
Which of the following groups makes up about 30% of the world’s population? a. Children b. Elderly c. Teenaged adolescents d. Caucasians ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A According to the World Health Organization, in 2007, 30% of the world population consisted of children and 8% of the population were over age 60. The percentage of […]
How does critical theory differ from other nursing theories such as the health belief model or Orem’s self-care deficit theory? a. Critical theory can be used by professionals other than nurses. b. Critical theory focuses on oppression and facilitates group action. c. Critical theory is not directly related to health promotion. d. Critical theory confronts […]
Which of the following actions should be taken by a typical community preparing for the expected demographic changes in the United States? a. Build more elementary schools b. Build more high schools c. Build more colleges d. Build more adult condominiums ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: D The number of children will increase, but the proportion […]
Which of the following best describe how the prevalence of violence and violent crimes has changed the professional practice of health care providers? a. Vulnerable groups are now assessed for evidence of abuse. b. The focus has now shifted from patient care toward more personal safety. c. It is now recognized that new specialties continue […]
An occupational health nurse (OHN) works in a state that requires continuing education units per year for renewing a nursing license. Which of the following courses would probably be most helpful in the role? a. Diversity and Human Caring b. Ergonomics and Toxicology c. Evaluating Risks and Personnel Management d. Health Assessment and Home Health […]
If a forensic nurse was employed in the most widely recognized subspecialty in forensic nursing, which of the following would be the nurse’s primary tasks? a. Be employed by insurance companies to review and interpret medical records b. Complete the death certificate, including causes of death c. Do a history and physical assessment and collect […]
Which of the following best describes the effects of Medicare and Medicaid? (Select all that apply.) a. All persons who were temporarily disabled now receive free care. b. A previously unseen rise in demand for services occurred. c. Many persons previously without access now receive health care. d. Medicare reimbursement rates became the standard for […]