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WHO's Malnutrition Classifications
- A. Obesity
- B. Micronutrient deficiencies
- C. Protein-energy malnutrition
- D. Water insufficiency
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obesity is part of the WHO’s classification of malnutrition due to its links to various chronic diseases.
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The school nurse conducting an in-service program for teachers is asked about general growth and development of school-age children. Which of the following statements would be the best response by the nurse?
- A. “By age 11, blood pressure readings are the same as for an adult.”
- B. “Because of the rapid growth pattern in this age group, snacks are important to ensure sufficient caloric intake.”
- C. “Children in this age group have some difficulty with coordination and balance, so playground supervision is important.”
- D. “Overall growth in school-age children is slower than during infancy and adolescence.”
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Growth in school-age children slows compared to infancy and adolescence, making this the most accurate response.
Which is an essential question nurses should encourage individuals to ask at health visits?
- A. “What is my main problem?”
- B. “What health information don’t I understand?”
- C. “What do I need to do?”
- D. “What is the plan for the next visit?”
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Essential questions help improve communication and understanding
A school nurse is discussing the income eligibility requirements for free and reduced-price school meals with a family. Which of the following statements would the nurse most likely make?
- A. “If the employed member of your family earns less than $50,000 per year, your child will qualify for reduced-price meals.”
- B. “If your family’s income is less than 185% above the federal poverty level, your child will qualify for free or reduced-price meals.”
- C. “If you have more than five members living in your household, your child will qualify for reduced-price meals.”
- D. “If your family has an income above the federal poverty level, your child will not qualify for free or reduced-price meals.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Eligibility for free or reduced-price meals depends on income relative to the federal poverty level.
Erikson’s task of autonomy vs. shame and doubt occurs during which stage of development?
- A. Infancy
- B. Early childhood
- C. Late childhood
- D. Early adolescence
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Erikson's task of autonomy vs. shame and doubt occurs during early childhood (ages 1–3).
A nurse is caring for a person with a potential dysfunction in the health-perception–health-management pattern. Which of the following nursing interventions would most likely be performed?
- A. Arranging for home delivery of medication from the pharmacy
- B. Providing education regarding the dangers of smoking
- C. Instituting visiting nurse services for blood pressure checks
- D. Providing direct observed therapy for tuberculosis medications
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Education about the dangers of smoking addresses the risk and provides the person with information to improve health practices, fostering active participation in health management.