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HESI Community Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is receiving atenolol (Tenormin) 25 mg PO after a myocardial infarction. The nurse determines the client's apical pulse is 65 beats per minute. What action should the nurse implement next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atenolol, a beta-blocker, should be administered because the client's apical pulse is greater than 60.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning a community health fair to promote cardiovascular health. Which activity should be included to best engage participants?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering free blood pressure screenings provides participants with immediate, valuable information about their cardiovascular health.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is developing a workshop on cancer prevention for a group of adults at a wellness bar. Which recommendation should the nurse include in the workshop?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly are key factors in cancer prevention.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease is admitted with severe epigastric pain. Which finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rebound tenderness can indicate peritonitis, which requires immediate intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A public health nurse is planning a smoking cessation program for a local community. Which component is most important to include in the program?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing strategies for coping with withdrawal symptoms addresses a significant barrier to quitting smoking.
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