HESI RN
Community Health HESI Questions
Question 1 of 5
Community health nurses are particularly concerned with the source of communicable diseases such as hepatitis A. Which group of individuals have a higher risk of contracting that type of hepatitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hepatitis A is often spread through close personal contact and poor sanitary conditions, which are more common in low-income, cramped living situations.
Question 2 of 5
A public health nurse is planning a campaign to increase immunization rates among children in a low-income community. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Providing free immunizations directly addresses financial barriers and increases accessibility for families in low-income communities.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of asthma is admitted with shortness of breath. Which finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absence of breath sounds can indicate a pneumothorax or severe asthma exacerbation, which requires immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
During a follow-up visit, a client with diabetes reports difficulty maintaining a healthy diet. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the client's dietary habits and challenges helps the nurse understand the barriers to maintaining a healthy diet and tailor the intervention accordingly.
Question 5 of 5
A 9-year-old is hospitalized for neutropenia and is placed in reverse isolation. The child asks the nurse, 'Why do you have to wear a gown and mask when you are in my room?' How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reverse isolation precautions protect the client from exposure to microorganisms from others.
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