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137. A community health nurse is educating a patient about potential side effects of a new diuretic medication. The patient reports experiencing leg cramps. What is the medicinal recommendation?

A. Stop taking the diuretic
B. Advise contacting healthcare provider, as leg cramps can indicate electrolyte imbalance (e.g., hypokalemia), and possibly discuss potassium-rich foods or supplements
C. Take more diuretic
D. Ignore the leg cramps
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

136. A community health nurse is caring for a patient with newly diagnosed anxiety disorder who is hesitant to take prescribed medication due to stigma. What clinical nursing intervention is most appropriate?

A. Force medication on them
B. Provide education on the benefits of medication, address stigma, offer emotional support, and connect to mental health support groups
C. Tell them anxiety is not real
D. Advise them to self-medicate
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

135. A community health nurse is teaching a group of parents about car seat safety. What is the technical aspect of car seat installation?

A. Installing the car seat loosely
B. Following manufacturer's instructions, ensuring the car seat is tightly secured to the vehicle, and using the correct harness position for the child's weight/height
C. Placing infants in forward-facing seats early
D. Using expired car seats
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

134. A community experiences a sudden increase in heat-related illnesses during a heatwave. What is the urgent intervention for the community health nurse?

A. Advise wearing heavy clothing
B. Educate on hydration, heat stroke recognition, encourage use of cooling centers, and coordinate with social services for vulnerable populations
C. Tell people to exercise outdoors vigorously
D. Recommend hot beverages
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

133. A community health nurse is involved in advocating for smoke-free public spaces. What is the critical role of the nurse in this advocacy?

A. Only focus on individual smoking cessation
B. Advocate for policies that prohibit smoking in public places, recognizing the harm of secondhand smoke and promoting a healthier environment for all
C. Ignore secondhand smoke
D. Only provide nicotine patches
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

132. A community health nurse is educating a patient about the proper use of an epinephrine auto-injector for severe allergic reactions. What is the medicinal teaching point?

A. Inject into the arm
B. Inject into the outer thigh, hold for 10 seconds, and seek immediate medical attention after use
C. Inject into the stomach
D. Take orally if symptoms are mild
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

131. A community health nurse is caring for a patient with a new diagnosis of chronic kidney disease (CKD). The patient is overwhelmed by the dietary restrictions. What clinical nursing intervention is most appropriate?

A. Tell them to follow the diet perfectly
B. Provide individualized dietary counseling with a renal dietitian, emphasize gradual changes, and support patient in making sustainable choices
C. Force strict adherence
D. Only provide a complex diet plan
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

130. A community health nurse is performing a hearing screening for infants using otoacoustic emissions (OAEs). What is the technical aspect of this screening?

A. Performing in a noisy environment
B. Ensuring a quiet environment, proper probe placement in the ear canal, and interpreting the "pass" or "refer" result for follow-up
C. Only testing one ear
D. Performing the test quickly without proper seal
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

129. A community experiences a sudden increase in cases of Shigellosis (bacterial dysentery). What is the urgent intervention for the community health nurse?

A. Advise against eating cooked food
B. Educate on strict hand hygiene (especially after toileting), safe food preparation, and prompt treatment for infected individuals to prevent further spread
C. Tell people to eat only raw food
D. Only focus on hydration for infected individuals
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

128. A community health nurse identifies a high rate of childhood lead poisoning in an older neighborhood. What is the critical public health nursing intervention?

A. Advise families to move out
B. Conduct lead screenings, educate on lead-safe practices (e.g., wet dusting, handwashing), advocate for lead abatement programs, and connect affected children to early intervention services
C. Only provide general health education
D. Ignore the environmental aspect
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

127. A community health nurse is educating a patient about a new prescription for an oral anticoagulant (e.g., warfarin). What is the medicinal recommendation regarding dietary considerations?

A. Advise eating large amounts of Vitamin K rich foods
B. Educate on consistent intake of Vitamin K-rich foods (e.g., leafy greens), avoiding sudden dietary changes, and regular INR monitoring
C. Avoid all green leafy vegetables
D. Take medication without food
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

126. A community health nurse is caring for a patient with a chronic wound who is experiencing social isolation. What clinical nursing intervention is most appropriate?

A. Focus only on wound care
B. Address emotional needs, connect patient to support groups or social activities, and facilitate transportation if needed for social engagement
C. Tell them to get over it
D. Only refer to a wound care specialist
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

125. A community health nurse is teaching a community group about proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during a flu season. What is the technical aspect of donning and doffing a mask?

A. Touching the front of the mask when removing
B. Donning by holding ear loops/ties, ensuring a secure fit; doffing by holding ear loops/ties, avoiding touching the front, and discarding immediately
C. Reusing disposable masks
D. Wearing mask loosely
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

124. A community experiences a sudden increase in tick-borne illnesses (e.g., Lyme disease). What is the urgent intervention for the community health nurse?

A. Advise avoiding all outdoor activities
B. Educate on tick bite prevention (e.g., protective clothing, repellents), proper tick removal, and early symptom recognition for timely treatment
C. Only focus on treatment after diagnosis
D. Tell people to ignore tick bites
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

123. A community health nurse is involved in advocating for policies that promote early childhood education. What is the critical role of the nurse in this advocacy?

A. Only focus on school-aged children
B. Advocate for policies that expand access to high-quality early childhood education programs, recognizing their long-term health benefits
C. Ignore the importance of early years
D. Only provide parenting tips
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

122. A community health nurse is educating a patient about a new prescription for an inhaled corticosteroid for asthma. The patient expresses concern about side effects. What is the medicinal recommendation to minimize side effects?

A. Take more doses than prescribed
B. Rinse mouth after each use, use a spacer device, and ensure proper inhaler technique to minimize systemic absorption
C. Stop using the inhaler
D. Take without rinsing mouth
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

121. A community health nurse is conducting a home visit for a patient with newly diagnosed Alzheimer’s disease. The patient’s spouse is the primary caregiver and is struggling with behavioral changes. What clinical nursing intervention is most appropriate?

A. Advise institutionalization immediately
B. Educate on disease progression, behavioral management strategies, provide emotional support, and connect to caregiver support groups and respite care
C. Tell them to ignore the behaviors
D. Only provide information about medications
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

120. A community health nurse is demonstrating proper use of a glucometer to a patient with diabetes. What is the technical aspect of quality control for the glucometer?

A. Using expired test strips
B. Performing control solution tests regularly to ensure accuracy, and checking expiration dates of test strips
C. Skipping control solution tests
D. Using any brand of test strip
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

119. A community experiences a sudden increase in opioid overdose deaths. What is the urgent intervention for the community health nurse?

A. Advise individuals to quit cold turkey
B. Enhance naloxone distribution programs, expand access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and provide overdose prevention education
C. Only target individuals who are addicted
D. Blame individuals for their choices
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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