A nurse is providing primary prevention education to reduce the risk of lead poisoning to a mother of a toddler. Which of the following recommendations would the nurse make?- Skildor

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A nurse is providing primary prevention education to reduce the risk of lead poisoning to a mother of a toddler. Which of the following recommendations would the nurse make?

A. Encourage the toddler to drink orange juice and eat yogurt. B. Encourage the toddler to eat plenty of cakes and cookies to help absorb the lead. C. Limit foods high in iron such as spinach to help reduce lead levels. D. Encourage dark-chocolate�containing products that contain antioxidants to help reduce lead levels.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Vitamin C (found in orange juice) and calcium (found in yogurt) help reduce lead absorption in the body.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following mothers would be most likely to bond appropriately with their infant?

A. A mother who feels unloved will bond appropriately because now the baby will love her. B. A mother who feels great about herself will show love toward the infant and bond appropriately. C. A mother who feels empty by the birth of her child will bond appropriately once she holds the baby. D. A mother who feels ugly will bond appropriately with her child because her child will bring self-esteem.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Mothers who feel good about themselves are more likely to bond well with their infants.

Question 3 of 5

Individualized lifestyle change: What should the nurse stress first?

A. "Limiting unprotected exposure to sun." B. "Starting a smoking cessation program." C. "Exercising at least three times a week." D. "Scheduling a complete physical and dental exam."

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A complete physical and dental exam should be conducted first to assess health status before making lifestyle changes.

Question 4 of 5

A 37-year-old woman asks the nurse if she should take a daily nutritional supplement. Which of the following would be the best reply by the nurse?

A. �Postmenopausal women should take a calcium supplement to prevent osteoporosis.� B. �Many people use supplements as drugs instead of as supplements.� C. �Supplements can enhance the medications that you take.� D. �The best way to obtain nutrients is by eating a variety of foods.�

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A balanced diet is the best way to get nutrients, and supplements should only be used when necessary.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is planning a comprehensive health promotion activity to provide community members with a better opportunity to manage their own risk. Which of the following activities would be most appropriate for the nurse to perform?

A. Obtaining blood pressures and cholesterol levels during a screening B. Obtaining blood pressures and family histories during a screening C. Obtaining blood pressures and discussing the importance of exercise during a screening D. Obtaining blood pressures, cholesterol levels, and glucose levels during a screening

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Combining health education with screenings helps individuals make informed decisions about managing their health risks.

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