Chapter 18: Men’s Health Nies: Community/Public Health Nursing, 7th Edition

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A male client reports that he is unable to change his health behaviors and adopt a healthier lifestyle. Which is the most likely reason for his difficulty? a. Lack of financial resources b. Lack of transportation c. Lack of programs d. Lack of motivation ANS: D Two nurse researchers (Dallas & Neville, 2012) conducted a study to describe the health education and health screening practices of older men living in an area of New Zealand and the perceived barriers and benefits of healthy lifestyle choices. Of those men who did report barriers, the most common reason was lack of motivation (12%), followed by lack of knowledge related to availability of programs and screenings (8%). Reported external barriers included: lack of programs, associated costs, and transportation challenges. DIF: Cognitive Level: Apply (Application) 2. Which gender perceives and reports having better health? a. Females b. Males c. No difference between genders in perceived health status d. Perceived health status varies strongly by individuals more than gender ANS: B Despite the differences in mortality rates, men tend to perceive themselves to be in better health than women. In the National Health Interview Survey, which asked people to rate their health status, men were more likely to rate their health as excellent or very good as opposed to fair or poor. DIF: Cognitive Level: Remember (Knowledge) 3. Which gender has higher morbidity rates with a higher prevalence of chronic diseases that cause disability and lim