Quiz

The Rural Health Nurse and the Rural Health Physician are explaining the home care that will be needed by the patient with Tuberculosis. The patient's spouse states angrily that it will not be possible to provide the are recommended. What is the best response by the nurse? A. "I would like to listen to your concerns about the prescribed dose." B, "It is Important that you do what the physician has prescribed." C. "I can come back after you talk with your spouse about the care." D. "Let me review what is needed again, then I'll talk to you later."

A. "I would like to listen to your concerns about the prescribed dose."

What is the CORRECT time for which the mother should initiate breastfeeding? It should be hours after birth. A. 1/3 B. 1 C.3 D. 2

A. 1/3

Public Health surveillance can be described PRIMARILY as which of the following? BEST A. A system for collecting health- related information B. A method to monitor occurrences of public health problems. C. A program to control disease outbreaks D. A system for monitoring persons who have been exposed to a communicable disease

A. A system for collecting health- related information

Which is the LAST part of the initiative, as recommended by WHO and UNICEF, for the MBFHI external team to do before its final designation as MBFHI Hospital? A. Assess business facilities if they follow the 10 steps for successful breastfeeding B. Develop a research on the benefits of breastfeeding within the situation C. Disseminate the benefits of breastfeeding to communities D. Follow up mothers if they are exclusively breastfeeding

A. Assess business facilities if they follow the 10 steps for successful breastfeeding

In any type of charting or documentation which of the following should the nurse refer to and use to generate and describe the status of patient Fe? Nursing A. Assessment B. Process C. Actions D. Diagnosis

A. Assessment

Ms. Lontok prioritizes supervisory needs and problems based on the following criteria, EXCEPT A. Convenience to both parties to address needs, B. Degree of importance of the identified need C. Availability of resources needed D. Activities needed to meet the identified need

A. Convenience to both parties to address needs,

When caring for an older adult who lives in a rural area, you will A. Ensure transportation to appointments with the health care provider: B. Assess the patient for chronic diseases that are unique to rural areas. C. Obtain adequate medications for the patient to last for 4 to 6 months D. Suggest that the patient move to an urban area for better health care.

A. Ensure transportation to appointments with the health care provider:

What is the term used to describe the arrangement of statistical data that exhibits the number of times the values of a variable occurs? A. Frequency distribution B. Frequency C.Skewness D. Mean

A. Frequency distribution

What is the FIRST step among the ten steps for successful breastfeeding? A. Have a written breastfeeding policy that is routinely communicated to all staff B. inform all pregnant women about the benefits and management of breastfeeding C. Foster the establishment of breastfeeding support groups D. Train all health care staff in skills necessary to implement the policy

A. Have a written breastfeeding policy that is routinely communicated to all staff

Nurse Catalina read about the nursing management of primary dysmenorrheal. Which of these should Catalina render? 1. Use of cold compress MI. Soft rhythmic subbing of abdomen Ill. Analgesic as ordered IV. Antispasmodics as ordered A. II, III, IV B. 1,1, 11 C. 1, I, V D. L,ILIV

A. II, III, IV

Which of the following relates to the family's Nursing PROBLEM? A. Inability to assume health tasks with respect to health problems B. Crisis situation or developmental deficit C. Health Threats, risks or hazards D. Strained relationships or disunity

A. Inability to assume health tasks with respect to health problems

Using the PDCA cycle as a model for defining most of the work processes, the following are some areas of its applications EXCEPT A. Needs analysis B, overall strategic planning C. Staff goal setting and evaluation D. Delegation of work to lower levels

A. Needs analysis

Which of the following would be the LEAST PRIORITY nursing care for a child with seizure disorder? A. Observing and recording all seizures B. Ensuring safety and protection from injury C. Teaching the family about anticonvulsant drug therapy D, Assessing for signs and symptoms of increased intracranial

A. Observing and recording all seizures

The data on health and disease can be gathered from different sources. Which of the following sources provide a MOST accurate set of data? A. Population health profile from school and factory clinics. B. Births and deaths from city/municipality registrar C. Morbidity data from field personnel D. Mortality cases from medical death certificates.

A. Population health profile from school and factory clinics.

Which of the following is the number ONE consideration in the care of an infant after the surgical repair of a cleft lip ? A. Preventing the infant from crying B. Feeding the infant with spoon for 2 days after surgery C. Placing the infant in a semi-sitting position D. Keeping the infant NO for 1 day after surgery

A. Preventing the infant from crying

What is the term used to describe the patient's data or assessment, the action done based on the assessment and response based on the action made: A. Progress note B. Flow sheets C. Standard of care D. Focus format

A. Progress note

A nurse wants to present information about influenza immunization to the older adults in the community. Which type of communication should the nurse use? A. Public B. Interpersonal C. Small group D. Interpersonal

A. Public

For an infant born with a unilateral cleft lip and palate, which of the following type of feeding Will be BEST to use? A. Rubber tipped syringe or medicine dropper B. Full breast feeding C. IV fluids on limited number of ounces D. Cross-cut rubber nipple

A. Rubber tipped syringe or medicine dropper

Public Health Nurse Gabriela is educating a group of residents in Community X about rabies. A partcilipant asks, "How can you get the virus?" The nurse explains that the virus can be transmitted by which source? A. Saliva B. Blood C. Urine D. Stool

A. Saliva

Included in the post-op plan of care is collaboration and referral of the patient with cleft palate to which of the following APPROPRIATE health care provider? A. Speech therapist B. Dentist C. dietitian D, gynecologist

A. Speech therapist

When asking mothers to become real models for demonstrating breastfeeding, the nurse's MOST important responsibility is which of the following? A. Word of thanks B. Stipend/honorarium C. Prioritize care D. Free hospitalization

A. Word of thanks

Which of the following resources requisitioned as TRAINING MATERIAL/SUPPLY? be A; Bond paper B. Sound system C. Food and drinks D. Tables and chairs

A; Bond paper

The health team has brainstormed for ideas on creating a more collaborative environment in a health care facility. Which idea or action would be the BEST to develop further? A. Develop a plan for the different team members to follow and show impact of their work. B, Emphasize that no one profession has all the necessary competence to provide all care. C. Hold education sessions regarding collaboration for each unit. D. Institute collaborative strategies that are traditionally practiced

B, Emphasize that no one profession has all the necessary competence to provide all care.

Based on her knowledge on otitis media, Nurse Romana recalls that children are predisposed to AOM due to their Eustachian tubes being, which of the following? Select all that apply. 1. Shorter 2. More horizontal 3. More prone to obstruction by enlarge adenoids 4. Longer A. 1,2, & 4 B,1 and 2 C. 3&4 D. 1,2 & 3

B,1 and 2

The mother of Boy George asks the nurse, "Why do you want to do a family assessment? My teenager is the patient, not the rest of us." What is the BEST response of the nurse? A. "Family dysfunction might have caused the mental illness." B. "Every family member's perception of events is different and adds to the total picture. C. "Family members provide more accurate information than the patient." D. "Family assessment is a protocol for care of all patients with mental illness."

B. "Every family member's perception of events is different and adds to the total picture.

Which SIGNIFICANT statement of the mother predisposes her son to cleft lip or palate? A. "On my 6 months of pregnancy , I saw a rabbit with the same case of my son" B. "lam asthmatic and I usually take steroids" C. "My mother-in-law doesn't like me, that's why she cursed me." D. "I believe my enemy did some forms of witchcraft on me"

B. "lam asthmatic and I usually take steroids"

Comprehensive surveys of research reports and case study literature about intramuscular injections revealed that administering medication intramuscularly can produce a variety of serious adverse effects. When asked by the Head nurse what possible complications can arise, Nurse Mimi should include, which of the following? 1. Skin and tissue trauma 2. Muscle fibrosis and contracture 3. Nerve palsies and paralysis 4. Infectious processes such as abscesses or gangrene A. 1,3 &4 B. 1,2,3, € 4 C. 2,3 & 4 D, 1,2, &3

B. 1,2,3, € 4

When practicing rooming-in ,how long should the baby stay with the mother? hours. A. 8 B. 24 C, 12 D. 10

B. 24

Nurse Magbanua recognizes that health services offered, are to be in accordance to the prevailing beliefs and practices of the intended clients of care. This PH principle is known as A. Availability B. Acceptability C. Affordability D. Accessibility

B. Acceptability

You want to distinguish between records and reports. As applied to public health, the following are types of RECORDS, EXCEPT A. Events such as births, illness, deaths B. Analysis of a problem situation C. Clinic consultation D. Written data on home visit

B. Analysis of a problem situation

Nurse Magbanua is aware that she has to use "tools and methods that are suitable and acceptable to the families and communities" that she serves. This PHC principle is referred to as A. Cultural application B. Appropriate technology C. Essential methodology D. Community participation

B. Appropriate technology

Nurse Casuela is implementing quality performance standards in a public health department. Which of the following BEST describes the importance of this action? Quality performance standards A. Can be used as hiring guidelines for nurses B. Are used to guide improvement in the public health system C. Guide administrators to monitor public health at the national level D. Rigidly control public health

B. Are used to guide improvement in the public health system

Erlyn learned that new born infants should ONLY be given, which of the following? A. Fruit juice B. Breast milk C. Water D. Cow's Milk

B. Breast milk

On the third postpartum day, Eliza reports that she has voided five times that morning. What should the nurse INITIALLY do? A. Insert a Foley catheter B. Collect the next volding and measure the urine amount C. Catheterize the client to check for residual urine D. Call the physician

B. Collect the next volding and measure the urine amount

Prior to administering the drugs ordered by the pediatrician, Nurse Mimi needs to know if she is giving the ordered medication to the right patient. The FIRST step is A. Check patient's identification bracelet B. Compare medication order to identification bracelet and patient's stated name and birth date C. Verify patient's allergies with chart and with patient D. Ask patient to state their name and birth date

B. Compare medication order to identification bracelet and patient's stated name and birth date

Which of the following periods pregnancy does organogenesis occur? of A. Third B. First C. Second D. Fourth

B. First

Which of the following are the purposes of documentation? To 1. Ensure the development of organized comprehensive care plan I1, Have a clear and accurate records of what was done to the patient Ill, Have an evidence of the health care member's accountability in giving care IM. Detect patients who are clinically deteriorating A. I,NILIV B. I, II, III, IV C. 1,11,111 D. L,IlL, IV

B. I, II, III, IV

What is the appropriate approach for the community /public health nurse in balancing individual privacy and autonomy and the community's needs for safety and security? A Fulfill agency policies first B. Implement professional standards of nursing practice C Remember that group -needs outrank individual needs D. Seek a balance between individuals® needs and the community's needs

B. Implement professional standards of nursing practice

Which of the following is NOT a focus for teaching plan for an adolescent with a seizure disorder? A. Obtaining driver's license B. Increase risk for infections C. Peer pressure D. Drug and alcohol use

B. Increase risk for infections

Which of the following is the CORRECT definition of focus charting? A, It is an electronic form of documentation of nursing care done to patient by registered nurse. B. It is a note, written or electronically generated, to provide documentation related to a specific focus. C. It is a nurse-centered way of documentation that describes the patient status and nursing care rendered. D. It is a nurse-centered approach to documentation,

B. It is a note, written or electronically generated, to provide documentation related to a specific focus.

In the given situation, which is the FOCUS? A. Jocele as the admitting nurse B. Lumbo-sacral pains and strong uterine contractions C. 15 years old, GOP1, AOG of 36 weeks D. Admission at 6:30 in the morning

B. Lumbo-sacral pains and strong uterine contractions

To erase the doubt of Cathlyn as to whether she has been infected with HIV by her BF, what Is the BEST advice of the nurse? A. Wait until you have access to the diagnosis of your BF B. Submit herself for Elsa Test considering window period C. Wait until the baby is born D. Go for Elisa Test Immediately

B. Submit herself for Elsa Test considering window period

Leny, 6 years old, is receiving digitalis for having Patent Ductus Arterious with heart failure, Prior to the administration of the medicines, which of the following nursing actions should be done by nurse Rica? A. Take the carotid pulse rate for one full minute. B. Take the heart rate for one full minute C. Take the respiratory rate. D. Take the blood pressure

B. Take the heart rate for one full minute

To obtain the MOST complete information when doing an assessment for a 75 year old patient, you will A. Ask the patient to write down medical problems and medications B. Use a geriatric assessment instrument to evaluate the patient C. Interview both the patient and the primary patient caregiver D. Review the patient's chart for the history of medical problems,

B. Use a geriatric assessment instrument to evaluate the patient

A patient, injured at work, was seen by the factory occupational nurse. The nurse treated the wound and instructed the patient to get a tetanus antitoxin injection at the city health center. The patient falled to follow instructions developed tetanus, and subsequently filed a suit against the nurse. What is the most likely result of the ensuing trial? The nurse is A. liable, because there was no follow up to ensure that the patient received the injection B. not llable for damages, because the nurse has a. Right to expect that instructions will be followed C. liable, because tetanus is easily treatable after diagnosis D. Not liable, because tetanus is reportable disease and the health center should have insisted the treatment,

B. not llable for damages, because the nurse has a. Right to expect that instructions will be followed

Miss Kat's first topic was on HIV transmission. After explaining the different transmission modes, she asked the group : "Which among the following is the MA/OR mode of transmission of the disease ? A. Blood Transfusion B. Needle pricks C, Sexual intercourse D. Kissing

C, Sexual intercourse

Ms. Isay has a clear understanding of population-focused practice. Which of the following characteristics would she MOST likely display? A. Improving the effectiveness of care provided B. Sponsoring a fund-raising project C, Volunteering for a community action D. Providing health interventions for individuals

C, Volunteering for a community action

Before bringing the child to the operating room, what condition of the patient needs immediate notification of the surgeon by the nurse that will warrant suspension of surgery? A. Colic B. Atopic dermatitis C, nasopharyngitis D, eye deviation

C, nasopharyngitis

Anton is noted to be very conversant. To make her discharge instructions clear; Nurse Mimi should emphasize which of the following? 1. Tell Anton that he can clarify or ask questions I. Tell him that it is alright to interrupt if he had to ask a question to clarify Ill. Advise him to listen well IV. Ask for the presence of his mother A. 4 only B, 1 and 2 C-1,2 and 3 D. 1 only

C-1,2 and 3

Catalina thought that one of her activities would be health teaching and counseling. Which of the following statement by a client regarding premenstrual syndrome would need a further explanation? A. "I Will limit my intake of sodas, coffee, tea" B. "I will make sure that I will eat small frequent balanced meals" my energy" C. "I Will stop any physical exercise one week prior to menstruation to conserve my energy" D. "I Will decrease my intake of high sodium containing foods such as canned

C. "I Will stop any physical exercise one week prior to menstruation to conserve my energy"

A 20-Year-Old newly-wed woman whose husband has recently been diagnosed with HIV asked: "Will my baby have HIV too? What is the BEST answer that Miss Kat should give the client? A. "No, definitely not because your child has not been exposed to any type of HIV transmission" B. "'Yes, because HIV is definitely transmitted to the child from the mother through the placenta' C. "One way of transmitting HIV from the mother to the baby is through the placenta. However, your child may or may not have been transmitted with HiV virus" D. "It depends on the viral load of the mother and many other factors. Let us just see after you give birth"

C. "One way of transmitting HIV from the mother to the baby is through the placenta. However, your child may or may not have been transmitted with HiV virus"

The mother asks the head nurse why the pediatrician recommended that closure of palate should be done before he is 6 months old. She asked Nurse Donna to answer her. Which of the following is Nurse Donna's APPROPRIATE response? A. "After age 2, surgery is very frightening and should be avoided if possible" B. "The eruption of the 2 year molars often complicates the surgical procedure" C. "Surgery should be performed before the child starts to use faulty speech patterns" D. "As he gets older the palate gets wider and more difficult to repair"

C. "Surgery should be performed before the child starts to use faulty speech patterns"

In another health education session, Nurse Gabriela explains about LEPROSY. Which of the following should be included? 1. Leprosy is curable 2. not all leprosy patients are infectious 3. leprosy is hereditary 4, Casual contact with a patient causes leprosy 5. Regular and adequate treatment is essential A. 1,3,4 B. 2,4,5 C. 1,2,5 D. 2,3,4

C. 1,2,5

An 18 years old delivers to an 8-pounds baby after 10 hours of labor. In the pos-partial period, which of the following would be a PRIORITY concern to assess for by the nurse? A. Endometritis B. Thrombophlebitis C. Bleeding D. Amniotic embolus

C. Bleeding

Which of the following BEST defines a disaster? A. Any event that results in multiple deaths. B. Devastation that covers a broad geographical area. C. Devastation that cannot be relieved without assistance D. The event results in multiple injuries, deaths, and property damage.

C. Devastation that cannot be relieved without assistance

One of the pregnant women asked the BEST way to prevent HIV transmission from a pregnant HIV (+) mother to child? A. Deliver the child via normal delivery with cervical support B. Stop pregnancy by abortion C. Drink antiviral medicines as prescribed by physician D. Prenatal check-up more than the standards

C. Drink antiviral medicines as prescribed by physician

After washing her hands and gently cleaning any discharge that can be removed easily from the outerear, Nurse Romana positions the child. Which of the following steps follows? A. Gently press the tragus of the ear four times in a pumping motion. B. Drop the medicine into the ear canal C. Gently pull the outer ear D. Keep the ear up for five minutes

C. Gently pull the outer ear

Data analysis involves quantification, description and classification of data which would reveal community health problems. An analysis of the social, economic, and political factors that influence health is categorized as; A. Health resource problems B. Health status problems C. Health related problems D. Comprehensive problems

C. Health related problems

Cathy wants to know his BF' real diagnosis even through a private message in Facebook. The following are informations that all employees are enjoined to observe strictly. 1. Operate and hold diagnosis under strict confidentiality I. Sign a non-disclosure agreements between nurses and their patients lIl. Abide with institution's privacy and security policies IM. Disclose only the result of the test to the patient himself In terms of legalities, which of the following should Nurse Patty explain to cathlyn? A. I1,111, IV B. 1,11,111 C. I, II , III , IV D. LIL, IV

C. I, II , III , IV

Nurse Patty can also explain the purpose of security measures for data protection which is to maintain the availability, integrity and confidentiality of personal data of all patients. 1. Unlawful destruction Disclosure Il. Alteration IV: Unlawful processing Which of the following actions of anybody is against personal data protection? A. 1, 1, Ill B, 11,111,IV C. LIL,IM,IV D. 1,114, IV

C. I, II, III, IV

Collaboration and Cooperation is crucial to the achievement of PHC goals. The referral system among the RHU, non-government organization, and local social welfare and development office is classified as what type of relationship? A. Intra-sectoral Collaboration B. Coalition building C. Intersectoral Collaboration D. Network Linkage

C. Intersectoral Collaboration

As he passed by a road going to an evacuation center; Nurse Roger encountered a flash flood. A flash flood A. Occurs suddenly and for a short duration. B. Is caused by the blocking of drains C. Is caused by heavy rains D. Occurs in urban areas.

C. Is caused by heavy rains

To promote drainage and reduce pressure from fluid, Nurse Romana's nursing intervention is to have the child assume any of the following position, EXCEPT; A. Have the child sit up B. Put the pillows behind the head C. Lie on the non-affected area D. Lie on the affected ear

C. Lie on the non-affected area

Nurse Roger has invited several agencies in the community to a meeting to discuss the disaster plan for the community, Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of this meeting? To A. Enhance communication among agencies in the community B. Increase stability in the community C. Manage response to disasters in the community D. Improve overall community functioning

C. Manage response to disasters in the community

After teaching the parents about their child's unique psychological needs related to a seizures disorder and possible stressors which of additional teaching?The child's A. Feeling different from peers B. Cognitive delays C. Poor self-image D. Dependency

C. Poor self-image

Nurse Roger is guided by the IN framework of disaster nursing competencies. This framework consists of four areas in the continuum of disaster management that corresponds to the four stages of disaster. What consists of the FIRST stage? A. Response B. Preparedness C. Prevention D. Recovery

C. Prevention

What is the MOST APPROPRIATE response of the nurse to the mother' question as to when the child will be ready for cleft palate repair? Cleft palate repair is usually done A. When a large-holed feeding bottle is ineffective for his feeding B. When the child is completely weaned from bottle feeding C. Prior to the development of speech D. After the child has been toilet trained

C. Prior to the development of speech

The eggs of Tania Solium or Tania Saginata may be ingested by the pigs or cattle who serve as intermediate hosts, Which of the following measures will PREVENT access of animals from ingesting Tania eggs? A. Quarantine or isolate the animals B. Feeding the pigs and cattle with clean foods, C. Proper disposal of human feces D. Protect the animals by giving them vitamins

C. Proper disposal of human feces

Nurse Romana, makes her INITIAL assessment on Karen. The patient keeps on crying and constantly pulls her right ear . What is her MOST APPROPRIATE action? A. Assess the description and frequency of pain B. Take Karen's vital signs C. Request parent to carry the chilld D. Refer to the attending physician

C. Request parent to carry the chilld

Which information is the nurse MOST likely to find when assessing the family of a patient with mental illness? A. Power in the family is maintained in the parental dyad and rarely delegated. B. Several family members have serious problems with their psychological health. C. Stress that living with a mentally ill member has challenged the family's function. D. The family exhibits many characteristics of dysfunctional families,

C. Stress that living with a mentally ill member has challenged the family's function.

The nurse read on how to make a nursing diagnosis for premenstrual syndrome. Which of the following is NOT TRUE about premenstrual syndrome? A. Signs and symptoms of premenstrual period recur in the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle. B. Signs and symptoms of premenstrual period recur in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, C. Symptoms-free period occurs in the follicular phase and must include 7 symptoms-free days. relationship. D. Symptoms are severe enough to have an impact on work, lifestyle and

C. Symptoms-free period occurs in the follicular phase and must include 7 symptoms-free days. relationship.

Which of the following would Nurse Erika anticipate in the patient's maternal history? A. On and off vaginal spotting B. Esophageal discomfort is experienced after heavy meal C. Weight gain of 20 lbs in the 1st and 2nd trimester D. Fetus moves very frequently

C. Weight gain of 20 lbs in the 1st and 2nd trimester

Elbow restraints are the choice during the patient's operation. When is the right time to introduce the use of these restraints? It should be during the -phase A. Pre-operative B. Rehabilitative C. intra-operative D, post-operative

D, post-operative

The BEST statement of goodbye that Nurse Mimi is A. "Bye Anton," B. "Bye Anton. See you again in the hospital;" C. "Bye Anton. I don't want to see you again in the hospital" D. " Bye Anton. Remember all my instructions, Keep well

D. " Bye Anton. Remember all my instructions, Keep well

Nurse Romana is preparing to administer ofloxacin eardrop on Karen per Doctor's order. She needs to hold the bottle with her hands to warm up the solution to prevent dizziness for A. 10 minutes B. 5 minutes C. 3-5 minutes D. 1 to 2 minutes

D. 1 to 2 minutes

Dosage, when giving medicine to pediatric patients, varies according to which of the following? Select all that apply 1. Body Size 2. Surface area 3. Age of Child 4. Height A. 3 only B. 132 C. 1,2,3 D. 1,2,3,4

D. 1,2,3,4

When is the placenta, which is the source of estrogen and progesterone, fully developed ? it is on the weeks of pregnancy. A. 8 B. 10 C.6 D. 12

D. 12

Prevention of infection from entamoeba histolytica is BEST done through which of the following practices? A. Eating only organic vegetables B. Washing food very well C. Cooking food properly D. Bolling of water from questionable source

D. Bolling of water from questionable source

In order to make the activity a success, which of the following resources would be MOST important? A. Number of speakers B, Location of venue C. Number of participants D. Budget allocation

D. Budget allocation

MeSo4 injections are painful to the patient which of the following is the BEST route for injection to prevent such negative experience for patient Miel? A. Intravenous injection at the main /V line B. Intravenous injection given through "piggy back" C. Intramuscular on each of the deltoid muscle D. Deep intramuscular using Z-track technique on buttocks

D. Deep intramuscular using Z-track technique on buttocks

A nurse is employed by a health care agency that provides an informal training session on how to properly use a new vital sign monitor. Which type of education did the nurse receive? A. Career counselling B. Continuing education C. Pre-employment education D. In-service education

D. In-service education

Ms. Isay is working to improve population- focused care in the community, Which of the following BEST describes a key opportunity for nurses like her to accomplish this goal? A. Assuming traditional nursing roles B. Conducting community assessment C. Specializing in community health practice D. Influencing public health policy

D. Influencing public health policy

The Head nurse continued to ask Nurse Donna 1 A cleft lip predisposes to infections PRIMARILY because of which of the following reasons?" A. Wasted products that accumulate along the defect B. Inadequate circulation in defective area C. Deficient nutrition from ineffective feeding D. Mouth breathing that dries the oropharyngeal mucous membranes

D. Mouth breathing that dries the oropharyngeal mucous membranes

What is the condition wherein menstrual interval is 45-50 days? A. Metrorrhagia B. Menorrhagia C. Dysmenorhea D. Oligomenorrhea

D. Oligomenorrhea

Which Asian Country is considered among the FIRST to adopt the principles of PHC? A. Malaysia B. Indonesia C. Thailand D. Philippines

D. Philippines

What is the condition whereby during menstruation, the patient feels a lower abdominal pain that radiates to her back down to her thighs? A. Hypergonadotropic amenorrhea B. Secondary dysmenorrhea C. Hypogonadotropic amenorrhea D. Primary dysmenorrhea

D. Primary dysmenorrhea

The patient complained that every morning she becomes nauseated and often times she would vomit excessively. "What could be the cause of this," she asked? The nurse's answer is: "it is due to increase level of A. Heart burn B. Estrogen C. Heart rate D. Progesterone

D. Progesterone

Paragonimus westermani or the Oriental Lung fluke causes infection in the human population by eating inadequately cooked crabs. Patients with paragonimiasis are usually misdiagnosed to have A. Malaria B. Bacillary dysentery C. typhoid fever D. Pulmonary tuberculosis

D. Pulmonary tuberculosis

Conducting a community assessment leads to a community diagnosis, its product consists of a profile of the community's state of health. As a process, the public health nurse actively participates in community diagnosis. The MOST COMMON method of data collection that is accurate and provides the biggest bulk of community data is the A. Observation B. Community census C. Interview D. Records Review

D. Records Review

Parents of Boy George say, "We have never known anyone who was mentally ill. We have no one to talk to because none of our friends understand the problems we are facing." Which of the following is the nurse's MOST helpful intervention? A. Facilitate achievement of normal developmental tasks of the family. B. Build the parents'self concept as coping patterns. C. Teach the parents techniques of therapeutic communication D. Refer the parents to a support group

D. Refer the parents to a support group

A woman in labor is at risk abruption placenta. Which of the following assessments would MOST convince you and the pregnant woman to believe that this has happened? A. Painless vaginal bleeding and downward trend of BP B. An increased blood pressure and scanty urination C. Pain at the lower quadrant and increase pulse rate D. Sharp fundal pain and discomfort between contractions

D. Sharp fundal pain and discomfort between contractions

Nurse Mimi is being reviewed by her head nurse on administering oral medication on pediatric Patients. Which of the following statements below is CORRECT? A. The child should be told to place the tablet in the middle of his tongue and to drink water, fruit juice, milk in order to wash down the table. B. A child's reaction to a dose ordered by a physician is not less predictable than adult's reaction be taught to swallow drugs C. When giving oral medication, the child as young as two years of age CANNOT D. The possibility of errors is greater in giving of medication to children than to adults.

D. The possibility of errors is greater in giving of medication to children than to adults.

In completing a family assessment, the public health nurse should BEGIN by A. Gathering the health data from all family members, B. Testing the family's ability to cope C. Evaluating communication patterns D. determining the family's norms and attitudes.

D. determining the family's norms and attitudes.