HESI RN
Community Health HESI Questions
Question 1 of 5
During a home visit, the nurse observes that a client with limited mobility has difficulty accessing the bathroom. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Installing a bedside commode provides an immediate solution to the client's difficulty accessing the bathroom.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notices that the influenza immunization rate is much lower for certain demographic groups than for others. Which intervention is likely to be most useful in increasing the rates of immunization in the underserved community groups?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conveniently located clinics in target neighborhoods increase accessibility and are likely to boost immunization rates.
Question 3 of 5
Following an emergency Cesarean delivery, the nurse encourages the new mother to breastfeed her newborn. The client asks why she should breastfeed now. Which information should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When the infant suckles at the breast, oxytocin is released by the posterior pituitary to stimulate the 'letdown' reflex and contract the uterus to prevent uterine hemorrhage.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing a presentation on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) for a group of high school students. Which strategy is most effective for this age group?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Facilitating a discussion allows students to ask questions, share experiences, and engage with the topic in a meaningful way.
Question 5 of 5
The public health nurse is evaluating resources in a rural community. Which healthcare resource is most important for the community?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Access to trauma care is crucial in rural areas due to the potential for delayed emergency response times.
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