RNRS 116- M.47 Health Policy (Pearson)

Which agency is responsible for administering a law once it has passed? A judicial branch agency of the federal or state government The federal or state senate An executive branch agency of the federal or state government The president

An executive branch agency of the federal or state government

The nurse is attending an orientation before starting work for the state health department. Over which department or organization does the state health department have jurisdiction? Vital Statistics The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) The National Institutes of Health (NIH) The Office of the Surgeon General

Vital statistics

Which statement most accurately describes health policy?Which statement most accurately describes health policy? "Health policy refers to actions taken by populations that consist of individuals who are in need of change." "Health policy ensures that healthcare organizations will achieve their goals." "Health policy ensures that individuals will reach their health-related objectives." "Health policy includes governmental actions that affect patients' abilities to reach healthcare goals."

"Health policy includes governmental actions that affect patients' abilities to reach healthcare goals."

When describing a Medigap policy to an older adult patient, which statement by the nurse is most accurate? "Medigap is a government policy that pays some of your medical bills. Medigap is purchased by you privately to cover costs not covered by Medicare." "Medicare is a government policy that pays some of your medical bills. A Medigap policy is purchased by you privately to cover costs not covered by Medicare." "Medicare is a government policy that pays some of your medical bills. Medicaid is purchased by you privately to cover costs not covered by Medicare." "Medicaid is a government policy that pays some of your medical bills. Medicare is purchased by you privately to cover costs not covered by Medicare."

"Medicare is a government policy that pays some of your medical bills. A Medigap policy is purchased by you privately to cover costs not covered by Medicare."

The nurse researcher is preparing a webinar about the history of nursing research. Which statement should be included? "Membership in the National League for Nursing is by invitation only to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students." "Membership in Sigma Theta Tau International is by invitation only to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students." "Membership in the American Nurses Association is by invitation only to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students." "Membership in the American Association of Colleges of Nursing is by invitation only to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students."

"Membership in Sigma Theta Tau International is by invitation only to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students."

The nurse case manager is reviewing Medicare coverage rules with a patient. Which patient statement indicates correct understanding of the teaching? "Medicare covers the costs of long-term care." "Medicare covers my routine dental care." "Prescription drug coverage is available through Medicare." "Medicare covers the cost of hearing aids."

"Prescription drug coverage is available through Medicare."

The nurse is giving a presentation on the role and functions of specialty nursing practice organizations to a group of colleagues. Which statement is accurate for the nurse to include in the presentation regarding these organizations? "Specialty nursing practice organizations advance nursing practice in the affiliated specialty area." "Responsibilities of specialty nursing practice organizations include strengthening members' personal identities." "A small number of nursing specialties are supported by a professional specialty practice organization." "Examples of specialty nursing practice organizations include the American Nurses Association (ANA)."

"Specialty nursing practice organizations advance nursing practice in the affiliated specialty area."

The staff nurse asks the nursing supervisor, "Which regulatory agency requires hospitals to have personal protective equipment (PPE) ready for us to use when we need it?" Which response is correct? "The National Institutes of Health" "The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention" "The Occupational Safety and Health Administration." "The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality"

"The Occupational Safety and Health Administration."

A self-employed patient with a preexisting condition is applying for insurance and is concerned about being denied coverage. Which statement by the patient's insurance representative is correct? "Do not mention the preexisting condition on your insurance application." "A medical examination will not be required to determine your eligibility." "You may find it difficult to purchase health insurance through private insurers." "Your spouse and dependents will be covered by a self-employment-based health insurance plan."

"You may find it difficult to purchase health insurance through private insurers."

The nurse at a county health department receives a telephone call from a 22-year-old woman who is 7 months pregnant. The caller reports that they are unable to afford food and asks where they should go to enroll in the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program. Which response demonstrates that the nurse understands the services offered by government agencies? "We can connect you to the state health department, who can enroll you in the WIC program." "You've contacted the correct agency. The county health department can enroll you in the WIC program." "WIC is a federally administered program, so you'll need to contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to enroll." "WIC is administered through the state offices of emergency medical services (OEMS), so you'll need to enroll through that department."

"You've contacted the correct agency. The county health department can enroll you in the WIC program."

The community health nurse is designing a presentation about societal factors that influence health policy. Which statement should the nurse include in the presentation? Population size does not influence the development of health policy. Level of support for the proposed policy is not an influencing factor. Population-specific needs are too complex to be taken into consideration. Considerations include whether or not current policy benefits meets the population's needs.

Considerations include whether or not current policy benefits meets the population's needs.

A nurse is working for a local health department in the child care center sanitation program. On which heath-promotion programs should the nurse be expected to work? Hand sanitation Poison control Bicycle safety Infant car seats

Hand sanitation

Which nongovernmental organizations have an influence on health policy? Health professions associations Banks Teachers Children's groups

Health professions associations

The nurse has just been hired at a home care agency and is asked to choose an insurance plan. The nurse selects a consumer-driven healthcare plan (CDHP). Which statement describes this plan? Insurance designed to supplement Medicare coverage An insurance plan that limits coverage to healthcare providers who contract with that specific health maintenance organization (HMO) Employer-sponsored coverage that combines a private insurance plan with a health savings account (HSA) or health reimbursement account (HRA) A hybrid of a point-of-service (PPO) and a health maintenance organization (HMO)

Employer-sponsored coverage that combines a private insurance plan with a health savings account (HSA) or health reimbursement account (HRA)

The nurse is preparing to teach a class at the local community center about types of insurance coverage. When describing private insurance coverage, which item should be included? Group insurance coverage may be purchased through voluntary and membership associations. Employment-based private health insurance coverage may not be extended to include extended family members. Self-employment-based private insurance policies cover self-employed individuals and their family members. Direct-purchase private insurance plans are usually less expensive and less restrictive than group coverage.

Group insurance coverage may be purchased through voluntary and membership associations.

A 40-year-old patient with diabetes who is married and self-employed is searching for a new insurance plan. Which consideration about the different types of healthcare plans is most relevant to this patient? Benefits of group health insurance may include lower premium costs and better coverage for eligible employees and their families. Individuals who are self-employed and have chronic health conditions may find it difficult to purchase health insurance through private insurers. Self-employment-based health insurance coverage is available to self-employed individuals as well as their spouses/domestic partners and dependents. A Medigap policy is private health insurance designed to supplement Medicare coverage.

Individuals who are self-employed and have chronic health conditions may find it difficult to purchase health insurance through private insurers.

The nurse should recognize that which action is an example of continuous analysis and evaluation of results related to health policy? Reviewing evidence indicating whether or not the policy effectively benefits the people it was intended to serve Legislators or leaders in executive-branch health agencies committing to solve a problem Regulations describing how the executive-branch agency will carry out healthcare law Health professions raising awareness about the impact of a particular healthcare law and lobbying for a new policy

Reviewing evidence indicating whether or not the policy effectively benefits the people it was intended to serve

The nurse is preparing a presentation about Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Which statement regarding how SSI differs from Medicaid should the nurse include? SSI is a state program for older adult patients that pays for their medical expenses. SSI is a federal program for blind and disabled persons to help pay for medical expenses. SSI is a federal and state program for lower income people to help pay for basic needs such as food and housing. SSI is a federal and state program for aged, blind, and disabled persons to help pay basic needs such as food, clothing, and housing.

SSI is a federal and state program for aged, blind, and disabled persons to help pay basic needs such as food, clothing, and housing.

A nurse is transferring from a county to a city health department. Which is a responsibility of a city health department? Sexual health Sanitation Retail food establishment safety Waste disposal

Sexual health

A graduate nurse is applying for licensure. Which agency will issue the nursing license? Federal agency State agency Local agency County agency

State agency

Which agency accredits all types of nursing education programs? The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) The Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) The Association of Specialized and Professional Accreditors (ASPA)

The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

The nurse wants to join a professional organization that represents individual nurses. Which organization should the nurse consider? The National League for Nursing (NLN) Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) The American Nurses Association (ANA) The National Student Nurses Association (NSNA)

The American Nurses Association (ANA)

The nurse leader is planning an in-service about healthcare policies that have direct effects on the nation's health. Which content is appropriate for inclusion in the presentation? The Administration for Children and Families and the Administration on Aging are mainly responsible for addressing healthcare financing issues. The primary role of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is to oversee services for individuals throughout the lifespan. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is governed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is governed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is governed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Which statement describes the mission of the International Council of Nurses (ICN)? The ICN provides a code of conduct for nurses, advancing the profession and influencing health policy. The ICN represents nursing worldwide, advancing the profession and influencing health policy. The ICN advocates for nurses worldwide. The ICN provides legal assistance for nurses.

The ICN represents nursing worldwide, advancing the profession and influencing health policy.

Which independent organization significantly influences national quality and safety standards in healthcare institutions? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Department of Health and Human Services The World Health Organization The Joint Commission

The Joint Commission

Which is the only international health agency with legal authority? The United Nations (UN) Project Hope Private voluntary organizations (PVOs) The World Health Organization (WHO)

The World Health Organization (WHO)

Which is a reason for a private agency to develop health policy? To represent the interests of nurses only To represent the interests of healthcare organizations To represent the interests of healthcare providers only To represent the interest of nurse executives

To represent the interests of healthcare organizations