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Community Health Nursing-I

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164. A home care patient with asthma is prescribed a daily inhaled corticosteroid. They report skipping doses because they feel fine. What medicinal teaching is critical?

A. It's okay to skip doses when feeling well
B. The inhaled corticosteroid is a preventative medication to reduce inflammation and should be taken daily, even without symptoms
C. Use the rescue inhaler instead
D. Increase the dose of the inhaled corticosteroid
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

165. A community health nurse is assessing the effectiveness of a community-based weight loss program. What is the most objective outcome measure?

A. Participant satisfaction
B. Changes in BMI, waist circumference, and self-reported physical activity/dietary habits
C. Number of attendees
D. Nurse's opinion
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

151. A community health nurse is developing a health promotion program for new parents. What is a critical aspect of infant safety education?

A. Allowing unsupervised access to water
B. Never leaving an infant unattended on elevated surfaces, and ensuring safe sleep environments
C. Giving infants small toys that can be choked on
D. Ignoring product recalls
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

152. A community experiences a significant increase in suicide attempts among adolescents. What is the most urgent public health response strategy?

A. Ignore the issue to avoid encouraging more attempts
B. Implement crisis intervention services, mental health screenings in schools, and destigmatize mental health discussions
C. Blame the teenagers
D. Reduce access to mental health resources
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

154. A home care patient with heart failure is receiving home oxygen therapy. What is the critical safety instruction for oxygen use?

A. Allow smoking in the room
B. Ensure no open flames or smoking is present, and secure oxygen tanks upright
C. Keep oxygen tanks near heat sources
D. Use petroleum-based lubricants on oxygen equipment
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

155. A community health nurse is conducting a physical assessment of an infant. What is the technical method for assessing an infant’s hydration status?

A. Checking only the skin turgor on the arm
B. Assessing fontanelles, skin turgor (on abdomen/thigh), mucous membranes, and urine output
C. Checking only the temperature
D. Listening to bowel sounds
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

156. A community health nurse is providing education about injury prevention for toddlers. What is a critical safety measure?

A. Leaving household cleaners within reach
B. Childproofing the home by securing cabinets, using outlet covers, and blocking stair access
C. Allowing toddlers to play near hot stoves
D. Giving small, hard foods that can cause choking
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

157. A community health nurse is working with a family with limited resources. What is a critical aspect of ethical care in this context?

A. Judging their choices
B. Providing equitable care and advocating for access to necessary resources, regardless of socioeconomic status
C. Telling them to work harder
D. Ignoring their financial situation
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

158. A home care patient with chronic wounds is prescribed a sterile dressing change. What is the technical principle that prevents contamination during the procedure?

A. Using clean gloves for the entire procedure
B. Maintaining a sterile field and using sterile instruments/supplies
C. Touching sterile items with bare hands
D. Reusing sterile gloves
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

159. A community health nurse is providing education about the warning signs of cancer. What is a critical general warning sign?

A. Consistent fatigue and minor aches
B. Unexplained weight loss, persistent changes in bowel/bladder habits, non-healing sores, or unusual bleeding
C. Hair growth
D. Increased appetite
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

144. A home care patient with anxiety is prescribed a benzodiazepine (e.g., Alprazolam) for PRN use. What is a critical medicinal teaching point for the patient?

A. Take daily regardless of anxiety level
B. Take only as needed for acute anxiety symptoms and be aware of potential sedation and dependence
C. Take large doses to feel calm
D. Share with others experiencing anxiety
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

145. A community health nurse is advocating for improved access to healthy food options in a low-income community. What is a critical social determinant of health affecting this issue?

A. Preference for unhealthy food
B. Food deserts (areas with limited access to affordable, nutritious food) and lack of transportation
C. Too many healthy food options
D. Abundance of fast food restaurants
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

146. A community health nurse is conducting a health education session on proper medication adherence. What is the most effective strategy to promote adherence?

A. Telling the patient to take medications perfectly
B. Providing clear, understandable instructions, linking medication to daily routines, and addressing patient concerns/barriers
C. Scolding the patient for non-adherence
D. Making the regimen as complex as possible
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

147. A community health nurse is working with a family dealing with a child with a chronic illness. What is a critical role of the nurse in supporting the family?

A. Focusing only on the sick child
B. Providing education on the illness, connecting to support groups, and advocating for resources
C. Blaming the parents for the illness
D. Encouraging the family to isolate themselves
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

148. A home care patient with diabetes is experiencing blurred vision, increased thirst, and frequent urination. What is the immediate nursing action?

A. Administer a sugary drink
B. Check blood glucose level and notify physician of hyperglycemia symptoms
C. Administer insulin without an order
D. Tell the patient to ignore the symptoms
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

149. A community health nurse is providing education about safe disposal of needles and syringes in the home. What is the most appropriate technical method?

A. Placing them in a plastic bag
B. Placing them in a rigid, puncture-resistant container (e.g., sharps container) and disposing according to local regulations
C. Flushing them down the toilet
D. Throwing them in the regular trash
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

150. A community health nurse is assessing a child for signs of neglect. What is a critical indicator of potential neglect?

A. Clean clothes and healthy weight
B. Unexplained injuries, poor hygiene, consistent hunger, or lack of supervision
C. Regular school attendance
D. Well-maintained home environment
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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