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76. A community health nurse is working with a community affected by a natural disaster. What is the most important initial intervention related to mental health?

A. Ignoring emotional distress to focus on physical needs
B. Providing immediate psychological first aid and connecting individuals to mental health support
C. Telling individuals to cope on their own
D. Offering only medication for anxiety
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

77. A community health nurse is conducting a vision screening for a pre-school child. What is the technical modification often used for vision charts for children who cannot read letters?

A. Using a standard Snellen chart
B. Using a "tumbling E" chart or picture chart
C. Using a projector
D. Asking the child to guess
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

78. A community health nurse is teaching a group of parents about preventing accidental poisonings in children. What is a critical safety measure?

A. Storing medications and hazardous chemicals in unlocked cabinets
B. Storing medications and hazardous chemicals in locked cabinets or out of reach of children
C. Leaving cleaning supplies on the floor
D. Disposing of medications in the sink
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

79. A community health nurse is providing education about effective stress management techniques. What is a key recommendation?

A. Avoiding all social interaction
B. Engaging in relaxation techniques, mindfulness, exercise, and seeking social support
C. Suppressing emotions
D. Consuming more caffeine
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

80. A home health patient with a urinary catheter complains of lower abdominal pain and fever. The urine in the bag is cloudy and foul-smelling. What is the immediate nursing action?

A. Encourage more fluid intake
B. Notify the physician immediately, suspecting a urinary tract infection (UTI)
C. Clamp the catheter
D. Remove the catheter without assessment
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

81. A community health nurse is developing a health promotion program for adolescents aimed at preventing substance abuse. What is the most effective approach?

A. Focusing solely on punitive measures
B. Providing education on risks, promoting refusal skills, and offering healthy alternatives for recreation
C. Encouraging experimentation in moderation
D. Ignoring peer pressure
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

82. A community experiences a sudden outbreak of measles. What is the most urgent public health response strategy?

A. Advise against vaccination
B. Rapid case identification, contact tracing, and vaccination of susceptible individuals
C. Encourage large gatherings
D. Prescribe antibiotics to everyone
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

83. A community health nurse is administering a flu vaccine. What is the technical route of administration for the influenza vaccine?

A. Intravenous (IV)
B. Intramuscular (IM)
C. Subcutaneous (SQ)
D. Intradermal (ID)
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

84. A home care patient with asthma is prescribed an inhaled corticosteroid and a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA). The patient states, “I use my SABA every day for my breathing.” What medicinal teaching is required?

A. This is normal; continue using the SABA daily
B. The SABA is a rescue medication and should only be used for acute symptoms; consistent use suggests uncontrolled asthma
C. Discontinue the inhaled corticosteroid
D. Increase the SABA dose
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

85. A community health nurse is conducting a health screening for hyperlipidemia. What is the most accurate way to obtain a fasting lipid panel?

A. After a fatty meal
B. After at least 8-12 hours of fasting
C. After vigorous exercise
D. Any time of day
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

71. A community experiences an increase in childhood lead poisoning cases. What is the most effective primary prevention strategy?

A. Providing chelation therapy to all children
B. Educating families about lead hazards in older homes and advocating for lead abatement programs
C. Treating symptoms of lead poisoning
D. Monitoring blood lead levels only after exposure
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

73. A community health nurse is conducting a community health education session on healthy aging. What is a critical component of promoting healthy aging?

A. Encouraging social isolation
B. Promoting regular physical activity, healthy diet, and cognitive engagement
C. Discouraging vaccinations
D. Advising against seeking medical care
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

58. A community health nurse is working with a refugee family who has limited English proficiency. What is the most effective communication strategy?

A. Speaking loudly and slowly in English
B. Using a professional medical interpreter
C. Relying on family members (especially children) for complex medical translation
D. Using only written materials in English
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

59. A community health nurse is planning a tertiary prevention program. Which activity is an example of tertiary prevention?

A. Providing health education on handwashing
B. Conducting blood pressure screenings
C. Providing physical therapy and rehabilitation after a stroke
D. Administering flu vaccines
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

60. A home care patient with a central venous catheter develops redness, swelling, and purulent drainage at the insertion site. What is the immediate action?

A. Ignore the symptoms, it's normal
B. Apply a warm compress and continue to monitor
C. Notify the physician immediately, suspecting a central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI)
D. Clean the site with alcohol only
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

61. A community health nurse is assessing the nutritional status of a low-income family. What is a critical indicator of potential malnutrition?

A. Family eats three meals a day
B. Frequent consumption of nutrient-poor, high-calorie foods and limited access to fresh produce
C. Regular intake of fruits and vegetables
D. Access to a variety of food options
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

62. A community health nurse is teaching a community group about preventing tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease. What is a critical preventative measure?

A. Wearing short sleeves and shorts outdoors
B. Using insect repellent containing DEET or picaridin, checking for ticks after outdoor activities
C. Avoiding showering after outdoor activities
D. Relying solely on antibiotics for prevention
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

63. A home care patient with diabetes has a non-healing foot wound. What is a critical aspect of wound care and education in the home setting?

A. Applying hydrogen peroxide daily to the wound
B. Regular wound assessment, strict glycemic control, and proper foot care education
C. Ignoring the wound unless it gets worse
D. Allowing the wound to remain uncovered
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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