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Community Health Nursing NCLEX
Questions And Answers A+
A community health nurse is conducting a home visit for a family with a newborn. What
is the nurse's primary focus during the visit?
Ensuring the health and safety of both the newborn and the family, assessing
environmental safety, and educating the family on newborn care.
What is the best way for a community health nurse to evaluate the effectiveness of a
health education program on proper nutrition?
Observing changes in the community's nutritional practices and health outcomes, and
gathering feedback from participants.
A nurse is working with a community to address an outbreak of tuberculosis. What is the
first step in managing the outbreak?
Identifying and isolating cases, conducting contact tracing, and initiating treatment for
those affected.
How can a community health nurse promote health in an underserved population?
By conducting needs assessments, creating accessible programs, and advocating for
policy changes to address social determinants of health.
What is the most critical action a community health nurse can take when addressing the
opioid crisis in a community?
Educating the community about substance use prevention, providing resources for
treatment, and promoting harm reduction strategies like needle exchange programs.
During a flu vaccination clinic, a nurse encounters a pregnant woman asking if she
should receive the vaccine. How should the nurse respond?
Advising the woman that it is safe and recommended to receive the inactivated flu
vaccine during pregnancy to protect both her and the baby.
What is the primary role of a community health nurse in disaster preparedness?
Collaborating with local agencies to develop and practice response plans, educating the
community on emergency protocols, and ensuring resources are available for
vulnerable populations.
A school nurse notices an increase in students with asthma exacerbations. What should
be the nurse's priority action?
Identifying potential environmental triggers at school and educating students, staff, and
parents on asthma management.
, A community health nurse is tasked with addressing high rates of obesity in a
community. What should the nurse's first action be?
Conducting a community assessment to identify contributing factors and resources
available for intervention.
How does a community health nurse evaluate the success of a smoking cessation
program?
Monitoring the reduction in smoking rates and the health improvements of program
participants over time.
What should a community health nurse include in education about preventing tick-borne
illnesses?
Teaching the importance of wearing protective clothing, using insect repellent,
performing thorough body checks after outdoor activities, and promptly removing ticks.
During a health fair, a nurse is asked about the importance of regular blood pressure
screenings. How should the nurse respond?
Explaining that regular screenings help detect hypertension early, preventing
complications like stroke and heart disease.
What is the role of a community health nurse in addressing health disparities?
Identifying vulnerable populations, advocating for equitable healthcare access, and
implementing targeted interventions to reduce disparities.
When visiting a home with multiple children, what should a community health nurse
prioritize?
Assessing the home environment for safety hazards and educating the family on injury
prevention strategies.
How can a community health nurse address mental health stigma in a community?
Hosting educational workshops, sharing personal stories of recovery, and partnering
with local mental health organizations to promote acceptance and support.
The nurse is preparing a smoking cessation class and is amazed at how many people
still smoke even with the information on lung cancer so readily available. She believes
that her class will convert many smokers to nonsmokers once they get all the latest
information. The nurse is a believer in which of the following health care models?
a. Health Belief Model
b. Health Promotion Model
c. Basic Human Needs Model
d. Holistic Health Model
ANS: A
The Health Belief Model addresses the relationship between a person's beliefs and
behaviors. The Health Promotion Model is more complex than the Health Belief Model
in that it notes that each person has unique personal characteristics and experiences
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