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A nurse includes the statement, “Treat others the way you would like to be treated.” when teaching a group of adolescents about bullying. Which type of ethical theory is being used in this example?
- A. Descriptive value theory
- B. Normative theory
- C. Consequentialism theory
- D. Duty-based theory
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Normative theories provide reasoning behind moral actions, ensuring good behaviors and explaining moral purposes of interactions.
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A nurse is working with a person to increase his daily exercise and activity. Which of the following statements by the nurse best demonstrates the use of reflection?
- A. “I have also struggled with finding time to exercise on a regular basis.”
- B. “Regular exercise plays an important role in preventing many health problems.”
- C. “You said that you have difficulty making time in your day for exercise.”
- D. “It may be helpful if we developed a goal related to daily exercise.”
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reflection involves paraphrasing or summarizing the person's words to indicate interest and focus the discussion.
An infant is lying in a crib watching and listening to a colorful mobile. What is the purpose of having a mobile?
- A. Provides stimulation necessary for continued growth and development for the infant
- B. Provides too much stimulation for the infant, making it difficult for the infant to focus
- C. Serves as inadequate stimulation for the infant because it is an inanimate object
- D. Serves as a distractor for the infant, making it easier to fall asleep
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The mobile provides visual and auditory stimulation, which is important for an infant’s development.
A nurse is creating a hypertension screening program. Which of the following methods would be the best way to design a successful program?
- A. Work with stakeholders to conduct a community assessment.
- B. Purchase state-of-the-art sphygmomanometers to measure blood pressures.
- C. Use the program developed at a previous place of employment.
- D. Contact a local church to see if the program can be implemented there.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A community assessment helps identify high-risk groups and health needs, guiding the design of effective programs.
A nurse is assessing the home environment of a toddler. Which of the following poses the greatest and most immediate risk to the child?
- A. A fenced-in pool in the backyard
- B. An entertainment center with the remote control on the top shelf
- C. A closed window in the child’s bedroom
- D. A toy box overflowing with toys
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Toddlers are at high risk for injury from climbing, and reaching for items like a remote control could lead to the entertainment center falling on them.
A nurse is using the Healthy People 2020 health promotion and disease prevention objectives for preschoolers when planning for health policy development in the community. Which of the following health policies would the nurse support?
- A. Elimination of the school requirement for the MMR vaccine
- B. Regulation of the use of electronic devices used by preschoolers
- C. Regulation of the paint allowed for use with toys
- D. Elimination of WIC programs
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regulating the paint used in toys addresses the risk of lead poisoning, a Healthy People 2020 objective.