What is the term for a learning process whereby knowledge, attitudes, and practice of people are changed to improve the health status of individuals, families, or communities?
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Question 2 of 58
A child is diagnosed with poison ivy. The mother tells the nurse that she does not know how her child contracted the rash since he had not been playing in wooded areas. As the nurse asks questions about possible contact, which of the following would the nurse recognize as highest risk for exposure?
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Question 3 of 58
True or False: Vertical transmission is the disease-causing agent (pathogen) from mother to baby during the period immediately before and after birth.
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Question 4 of 58
A client with multiple sclerosis is receiving baclofen (Lioresal). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
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Question 5 of 58
Which presentation of an infectious disease is acquired through an indirect transmission?
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Mark, 9 months old, is given oral rehydration solution because of diarrhea with some dehydration. In your follow-up visit, you observed that Mark's eyes become puffy. Which one of the following would you advise Mark's mother?
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What does the term 'social determinants of health' refer to?
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Question 8 of 58
Joseph, 45 years of age, a community resident of Barangay 22-A, suddenly had 2 bouts of soft to almost watery stools after having taken his lunch. While observing his condition further at home and later deciding whether to refer him for medical treatment, you recommended that he boil a decoction for 15 minutes at low fire using 10-15 leaves of which medicinal plant?
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Question 9 of 58
A 67-year-old client is admitted with substernal chest pain with radiation to the jaw. His admitting diagnosis is Acute Myocardial Infarction (MI). The priority nursing diagnosis for this client during the immediate 24 hours is
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The Healthy People initiative is a national agenda that aims to:
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Question 11 of 58
Which of the following is a contribution of community health nurses to the community's health?
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Question 12 of 58
The nurse-manager is planning to transform safety ideas into prevention and protection strategies in the workplace. What committee should review and plan policies and education about safety in the workplace?
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The nurse is assessing a 12-year-old who has Hemophilia A. Which finding would the nurse anticipate?
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An infant has just returned from surgery for placement of a gastrostomy tube as an initial treatment for tracheoesophageal fistula. The mother asks, 'When can the tube be used for feeding?' The nurse's best response would be which of these comments?
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Question 15 of 58
The Philippine Family Program seeks to improve and maintain which of the following life-saving measures?
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Which organization is primarily responsible for global public health?
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What is an important basis in preparing the family health care plan?
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This refers to trained community health workers or health auxiliary volunteers:
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Which finding would be the most characteristic of an acute episode of reactive airway disease?
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Question 20 of 58
A young child is admitted for treatment of lead poisoning. The nurse recognizes that the most serious effect of chronic lead poisoning is
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Question 21 of 58
A 23-year-old single client is in the 33rd week of her first pregnancy. She tells the nurse that she has everything ready for the baby and has made plans for the first weeks together at home. Which normal emotional reaction does the nurse recognize?
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Which of the following is an example of a social determinant of health?
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Question 23 of 58
While assessing a client in an outpatient facility with a panic disorder, the nurse completes a thorough health history and physical exam. Which finding is most significant for this client?
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The school nurse is called to the playground for an episode of mouth trauma. The nurse finds that the front tooth of a 9-year-old child has been avulsed (knocked out). After recovering the tooth, the initial response should be to
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Question 25 of 58
In order to facilitate the planning and implementation of an income-generating project in a barangay, which of the following actions should the Public Health Nurse NOT do?
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Question 26 of 58
When teaching a responsible family member how to perform a certain procedure for the patient, what is the best approach?
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Question 27 of 58
In order to establish priorities in planning and implementing the occupational health program, which of the following data will the nurse need?
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Question 28 of 58
A client with diabetes mellitus is receiving insulin glargine (Lantus). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
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Question 29 of 58
What title should be given to this occupational health nurse job description? A registered nurse with expertise in health promotion, illness and injury prevention, risk reduction, and adult learning principles.
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Epidemiology is directly concerned with which of the following?
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Question 31 of 58
The hospital is planning to downsize and eliminate a number of staff positions as a cost-saving measure. To assist staff in this change process, the nurse manager is preparing for the "unfreezing" phase of change. With this approach and phase the nurse manager should
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Question 32 of 58
From January 1 to 15, 1996, there were 8 cases of Tetanus neonatorum in San Lazaro Hospital. There were two deaths. What is the case fatality ratio of this disease?
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Question 33 of 58
Which of the following patients should the home care nurse assess first?
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Question 34 of 58
Iwa, two years old, was brought to the health center because of diarrhea for 4 days. Assessment revealed that Iwa has under-nutrition. Which of the following actions will you take?
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Question 35 of 58
When asked to help develop interventions to combat obesity among children, the community health nurse should stress the importance of implementing which activity?
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Question 36 of 58
Which of the following behaviors is influenced by cultural expectations?
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Question 37 of 58
A public health nurse is working with a community to develop a disaster response plan. Which of the following is the priority action?
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Question 38 of 58
During a home visit for a family with a new baby, what should the nurse assess first?
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Question 39 of 58
What does the term 'vital statistics' refer to?
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Question 40 of 58
The delivery of basic health services was decentralized to the local government units. The legal basis for this is embodied in:
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Question 41 of 58
Which level of care serves as a referral center for primary health facilities?
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Question 42 of 58
Which one of the following statements, if made by the client, indicates teaching about Inderal (propranolol) has been effective?
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Question 43 of 58
In reviewing the assessment data of a client suspected of having diabetes insipidus, the nurse expects which of the following after a water deprivation test?
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Question 44 of 58
A client with bipolar disorder is receiving lithium (Lithobid). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
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Question 45 of 58
A client with chronic renal failure is receiving peritoneal dialysis. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following complications?
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Question 46 of 58
Which of the following is used to monitor specific groups eligible for a particular DOH program?
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Question 47 of 58
The nurse is screening children at a local community health clinic for infectious diseases. Which child is at highest risk for hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
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Question 48 of 58
The nurse is teaching a 27-year-old client with asthma about the management of their therapeutic regimen. Which statement would indicate the need for additional instruction?
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Question 49 of 58
What is a priority goal of involuntary hospitalization of the severely mentally ill client?
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Question 50 of 58
During an initial clinic visit, the nurse is taking the history for a client who wants to confirm her pregnancy. The client's last child has a history of low-birth-weight (LBW). Which additional finding is most important for the nurse to consider?
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Question 51 of 58
Which of the following qualifications is not required for a Nurse Supervisor at the provincial level?
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Question 52 of 58
During a visit to the community health clinic, a 45-year-old Native American female, who has a BMI of 35, complains of changes in her vision. Which condition is most important for the RN to be aware of in the client's family history?
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Question 53 of 58
Which of the following is a major focus of tertiary prevention?
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Question 54 of 58
A 14-month-old had cleft palate surgical repair several days ago. The parents ask the nurse about feedings after discharge. Which lunch is the best example of an appropriate meal?
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Question 55 of 58
A 16-year-old client is admitted to a psychiatric unit with a diagnosis of attempted suicide. The nurse is aware that the most frequent cause for suicide in adolescents is
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Question 56 of 58
In combating myths and misconceptions about family planning in the community, what should you do first as a health educator?
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Question 57 of 58
You organize community groups to participate in community activities. You can BEST motivate participation in the community health development program by:
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The milk code aims to ensure that:
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