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A nurse is planning a comprehensive health promotion activity to provide community members with a better opportunity to manage their own risk. Which of the following activities would be most appropriate for the nurse to perform?
- A. Obtaining blood pressures and cholesterol levels during a screening
- B. Obtaining blood pressures and family histories during a screening
- C. Obtaining blood pressures and discussing the importance of exercise during a screening
- D. Obtaining blood pressures, cholesterol levels, and glucose levels during a screening
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Combining health education with screenings helps individuals make informed decisions about managing their health risks.
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The country with the highest life expectancy for women in 2011 was:
- A. France
- B. Germany
- C. Sweden
- D. The United States
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: France was the country with the highest life expectancy for women (85 years of age) in 2011.
A community health nurse is providing education about the “Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension” (DASH) eating plan. Which of the following recommendations would be included in this presentation?
- A. The use of this dietary plan has the same health effects as a daily exercise program.
- B. The use of this dietary plan will eliminate the need for medication to treat hypertension.
- C. This dietary plan excludes the consumption of processed foods.
- D. This dietary plan includes eating greater amounts of fruits and vegetables.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The DASH plan encourages eating more fruits and vegetables to help lower blood pressure.
Which of the following is the leading cause of death among women?
- A. Accidents
- B. Cancer
- C. Coronary artery disease
- D. Stroke
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The leading cause of death in women is coronary artery disease, a significant health risk for females.
The goal is for the individual to verbalize the importance of checking blood sugar levels. Which of the following strategies would be best for the nurse to implement to achieve this goal?
- A. Provide one-on-one education about blood sugar monitoring
- B. Provide the individual with a scenario about blood sugar monitoring
- C. Provide the individual with the opportunity to practice blood sugar monitoring
- D. Provide the individual with a blood sugar monitor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a scenario allows the individual to understand and verbalize the importance of blood sugar monitoring, which involves the affective domain.
Disease Prevention and Advocacy
- A. Educate about violence rates
- B. Administer flu shots
- C. Participate in disaster planning
- D. Advocate for improved access to health care
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advocating for improved access to health care for the uninsured and underinsured is a key nursing role.