Vulnerable People
What is the top indicator for vulnerability that affects a large segment of the global and U.S. populations?
a. Race & Ethnicity
b. Poverty
c. uninsured and under insured
d. substance abuse
B. Poverty
The following activities are essential aspects of quality care for all persons: Select all that apply
A. Health Promotion
B. Primary Prevention
C. Secondary Prevention
D. Tertiary Prevention
A, B, C, D
As the supply of prescription opioids has been reduced, rates of deaths from heroin and fentanyl have rapidly _________.
Increased
________ preventative measures attempt to limit disability and to restore maximum functioning.
A. Primary
B. Secondary
C. Tertiary
D. Progressive
C. tertiary
_________ is a common infectious disease among migrants.
Tuberculosis
Which are the most common factors related to vulnerable population health? Select all three
a. Culture
b. Uninsured & underinsured
c. Military service
d. Mental illness
e. substance abuse
b d e
Risk factors for homelessness? SATA
A. Substance abuse
B. Mental illness
C. Expensive housing
D. Lack of higher education
A, B & C
_________ is a key barrier to seeking treatment for behavioral health conditions for many who could benefit from it.
A. Substance misuse
B. Stigma
C. Depression
D. Suicide
B. Stigma
The following could be considered subpopulations within the homeless community: Select all that apply
A. Men
B. LGTB persons
C. older persons
D. Veterans
E. Families
F. Women
All of the above
__________ is a leading cause of death in the U.S. and a major health problem affecting individuals in rural areas.
A. Suicide
B. Depression
C. Cardiovascular Disease
D. Accident/Injury
C. Cardiovascular disease
__________ populations are groups who have a heightened risk of adverse health outcomes.
A. Healthy
B. Vulnerable
C. Community
D. Accountable
B. Vulnerable
If a nurse has suspicions that an elderly female is being abused by her daughter, how should she proceed? Or what is the next step?
A. This is just a suspicion, so let it go.
B. Interview the daughter to get acquainted with family dynamics.
C. Separate the victim and question the victim
D. Report abuse to the supervisor.
C.
The C/PHN works with high risk populations for Mental Disorders and substance abuse. Which is a form of secondary prevention:
a. Provide mental health classes
b. Provide screening programs for mental health concerns
c. Assess community social determinants
d. Assist the population in signing up for preventative services
b. Provide screening programs for mental health concerns
________ entails working with different sectors of the community to develop innovative models for responding to the crisis of homelessness.
A. Advocacy
B. Policy
C. Legislation
D. Community assessment
A. Advocacy
What are some of the S/S of child abuse? SATA
A. Happy child with a few bruises on knees and elbows.
B. Injuries in various stages of healing
C. Multiple visits to ED.
D. Burn marks, injuries to torso, abdomen or back.
All of the above Except A.
Risk factors for suicide among adolescents. SATA
A. History of domestic abuse in family
B. Death of a favorite movie star
C. Mental illness
D. Being bulled at school
E. Lack of support system
F. Belonging to a minority group such a LGBTQ community
All of the above
Which of the following characteristics belong to a partner who routinely abuse his partner?
A. Low self-esteem
B. High self-esteem.
C. Charming, manipulative and controlling
E. Jealous with little or no self-control
F. Unable to take responsibilities
G. Narcissistic
All of the above EXCEPT high self-esteem.
True or False
All healthcare professionals are not mandatory reporters.
False
THe C/PHN works to prevent illness among homeless male addicts. Which is a form of tertiary prevention? Select all that apply:
A. Provide case management of chronic health conditions.
B. Conduct mass screenings for common diseases
C. Provide immunizations
D. Educate clients on disease reducing behaviors
A. Provide case management of chronic health conditions.
A nurse is educating a migrant population on the importance of hand washing. Which strategies are appropriate. SATA
A. Assess the level of knowledge and build on it.
B. Cultural sensitivity
C. Must use a translator if needed
D. Send home printed educational handouts.
All are correct EXCEPT D.
The following are associated with vulnerable populations: Select all that apply
A. higher morbidity and mortality rates
B. less access to healthcare
C. longer life expectancy
D. diminished quality of life
A, B, D
Which of the following are at the highest risk for domestic abuse?
A. Married women
B. Women in relationship with low income partners
C. Pregnant women
D. Women with little or no support system.
C. Pregnant women
Which of the following population s most vulnerable?
A. Homeless population
B. Mentally ll
C. Adolescents
D. Seasonal and migrant workers
D. seasonal and migrant workers
Approximately 9% of homeless adults are ________.
A. HIV +
B. Veterans
C. Mentally ill
D. Transgender
B. Veterans
Rural areas have ________ rates of poverty and a ________ level of education, when compared to urban areas.
A. Lower, higher
B. Lower, lower
C. Higher, lower
D. Higher, higher
C. Higher lower