Practice Questions

182. A community experiences a sudden outbreak of a highly virulent influenza strain. What is the most urgent public health response strategy?

A. Encourage public gatherings
B. Rapid vaccination campaigns, isolation of cases, and public health communication on prevention ✓
C. Blame individuals for getting sick
D. Discontinue all public health services
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181. A community health nurse is conducting a health screening for obesity in adults. What is a critical measurement used to assess obesity?

A. Arm length
B. Body Mass Index (BMI) and waist circumference ✓
C. Hair color
D. Shoe size
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180. A home care patient with diabetes is experiencing a diabetic foot ulcer. What is the most urgent concern?

A. Cosmetic appearance of the foot
B. Risk of infection, gangrene, and potential amputation ✓
C. Minor discomfort
D. Inability to wear certain shoes
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179. A community health nurse is planning a program to reduce the incidence of childhood dental caries. What is a critical intervention?

A. Providing sugary snacks at school
B. Promoting fluoride use (e.g., fluoridated water, fluoride toothpaste), regular brushing, and limiting sugary drinks ✓
C. Discouraging dental visits
D. Allowing children to share toothbrushes
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178. A home care patient with heart failure is prescribed a daily low-sodium diet. What medicinal advice should the nurse provide regarding over-the-counter medications?

A. All over-the-counter medications are safe for heart failure
B. Avoid over-the-counter medications high in sodium (e.g., some antacids, cough syrups) ✓
C. Take as many over-the-counter medications as desired
D. Only use herbal remedies
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177. A community health nurse is working with a family facing the challenges of caring for a member with a chronic illness. What is a critical intervention to prevent caregiver burnout?

A. Encourage caregivers to avoid self-care
B. Teach stress management techniques, connect to respite care, and encourage seeking support from others ✓
C. Blame the caregiver for feeling overwhelmed
D. Advise the caregiver to take on more responsibilities
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176. A community health nurse is advocating for increased access to clean water in a developing community. What is a critical impact of contaminated water on community health?

A. Increased aesthetic appeal
B. Increased incidence of waterborne diseases (e.g., cholera, typhoid) ✓
C. Improved agricultural yields
D. Reduced need for sanitation
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175. A community health nurse is conducting a health education session on sun safety. What is a critical preventative measure against skin cancer?

A. Sunbathing without protection
B. Wearing sunscreen (SPF 30+), protective clothing, and seeking shade during peak sun hours ✓
C. Using tanning beds regularly
D. Avoiding all outdoor activities
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174. A home care patient with a new colostomy is struggling with body image and acceptance. What is the most critical nursing intervention?

A. Tell them to ignore their feelings
B. Provide emotional support, teach self-care techniques, and connect them with ostomy support groups ✓
C. Focus only on the physical aspects of the colostomy
D. Advise them to isolate themselves
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173. A community health nurse is assessing a child for signs of physical abuse. What is a critical indicator?

A. Consistently clean clothes
B. Unexplained bruises or injuries in various stages of healing, or injuries inconsistent with explanation ✓
C. Healthy weight
D. Good school performance
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