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16. A home care patient with diabetes mellitus is consistently missing insulin doses because they cannot afford it. What is the most critical nursing action?

A. Tell the patient to prioritize medication over food
B. Document the non-adherence and report to the physician
C. Connect the patient with community resources for medication assistance programs
D. Advise the patient to stop eating sugary foods completely
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

15. A community health nurse is providing first aid at a local sporting event. A child sustains a deep laceration to the arm with active bleeding. What is the immediate action?

A. Apply a tourniquet above the wound
B. Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth
C. Wash the wound with soap and water
D. Elevate the arm and apply ice
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

14. When advocating for policy changes to improve community health, a nurse should prioritize interventions that address:

A. Individual preferences only
B. Root causes of health disparities and promote health equity
C. Short-term fixes without long-term planning
D. The needs of the wealthiest residents
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

13. A community health nurse is educating a low-income family about preventing lead poisoning. What is a key technical intervention?

A. Advising regular consumption of milk
B. Testing paint in older homes and ensuring proper renovation/abatement
C. Encouraging playing near busy roads
D. Discouraging hand washing
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

12. A community experiences a sudden outbreak of foodborne illness with multiple individuals presenting to local clinics with severe gastrointestinal symptoms. What is the immediate public health action?

A. Advise everyone to stop eating
B. Identify the source of contamination, isolate affected individuals, and implement public health warnings
C. Wait for symptoms to resolve on their own
D. Encourage people to cook all food at high temperatures
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

11. A community health nurse is conducting a postpartum home visit. The new mother expresses feelings of sadness, anxiety, and difficulty bonding with her baby, which started two weeks after delivery and are worsening. What is the most appropriate initial assessment?

A. Advise her to get more sleep
B. Screen for postpartum depression and discuss available mental health resources
C. Tell her these feelings are normal and will pass
D. Suggest she ignore her feelings
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

10. A home health patient with a new diagnosis of hypertension is prescribed an ACE inhibitor. What medicinal teaching point is essential for the nurse to provide?

A. The medication can be stopped when blood pressure is normal
B. The medication should be taken only when the patient feels unwell
C. Monitor for a persistent dry cough, which is a common side effect
D. The medication will immediately cure hypertension
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

9. A community health nurse is conducting surveillance for communicable diseases. What is the primary purpose of disease surveillance?

A. To fine individuals who get sick
B. To track disease patterns, identify outbreaks, and implement control measures
C. To determine individual treatment plans
D. To publish research papers
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

8. A community health nurse is developing a program to address the high incidence of Type 2 Diabetes in a specific ethnic minority community. Which critical aspect of cultural competence should be integrated into the program?

A. Relying solely on Western medical models
B. Providing educational materials only in English
C. Incorporating cultural beliefs, food preferences, and community leaders into the program design
D. Ignoring traditional healing practices
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

7. During a health fair, a community health nurse is conducting blood pressure screenings. A 45-year-old participant has a reading of 150/95 mmHg. What is the most appropriate next step?

A. Tell them they are healthy and can go home
B. Advise immediate hospitalization
C. Provide basic education on hypertension, suggest lifestyle modifications, and recommend follow-up with a primary care provider
D. Tell them to check their blood pressure daily at home without further advice
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

6. A home care patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is experiencing increased shortness of breath and wheezing. Their prescribed bronchodilator inhaler is empty. What is the immediate clinical action?

A. Advise the patient to rest and wait for the next day
B. Call emergency services/physician for immediate medication and assessment
C. Tell the patient to use a friend's inhaler
D. Suggest the patient drink more water
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

5. A community health nurse is responding to a disaster scene (e.g., a localized flood). What is the immediate priority in the triage process?

A. Providing psychological counseling to affected individuals
B. Prioritizing individuals with life-threatening injuries for immediate care
C. Documenting personal belongings of victims
D. Locating lost pets
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

4. You are planning a health promotion program for adolescents in a high-crime urban area. Which factor is a critical social determinant of health that should be considered?

A. The latest fashion trends
B. Access to safe recreational spaces and educational opportunities
C. The number of fast-food restaurants
D. The popularity of video games
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

3. A community health nurse is providing education to a group of pregnant women about proper nutrition. What is a key technical recommendation for preventing neural tube defects?

A. Increased intake of Vitamin C
B. Increased intake of Vitamin B12
C. Increased intake of Folic Acid
D. Increased intake of Vitamin D
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

2. During a community health assessment, a nurse identifies a significant increase in new cases of pertussis (whooping cough) among unvaccinated schoolchildren in a specific neighborhood. What is the immediate public health priority?

A. Recommend individual antibiotic treatment for all residents
B. Isolate all symptomatic children at home without testing
C. Initiate immediate vaccination clinics and educate the community on disease transmission
D. Advise against school attendance for all children
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

1. A community health nurse is conducting a home visit for an elderly client recently discharged from the hospital after a fall. The client lives alone. What is the most critical initial assessment for fall prevention in the home environment?

A. Assess the client's dietary habits
B. Evaluate the presence of throw rugs, adequate lighting, and stair handrails
C. Discuss the client's past medical history
D. Check the client's social media activity
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

200. A home care patient with heart failure is prescribed a daily low-sodium diet. They report eating processed foods frequently because they are easy. What medicinal teaching point is critical?

A. Processed foods are healthy
B. Processed foods are often high in sodium and can worsen fluid retention; educate on reading food labels
C. Eating more processed foods is fine
D. Only focus on fresh fruits
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

199. A community health nurse is advocating for policies that support comprehensive school health programs. What is a critical benefit for community health?

A. Increased absenteeism
B. Improved student health, academic performance, and reduced health risk behaviors
C. Limited access to health education
D. Increased disciplinary issues
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

198. A home care patient with hypertension is prescribed a new calcium channel blocker. They report dizziness when changing positions. What medicinal advice should the nurse provide?

A. Stop taking the medication immediately
B. Get up slowly from sitting or lying positions, and report persistent dizziness to the physician
C. Increase fluid intake significantly
D. Double the medication dose
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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