EXEMPLARS (PEARSON) EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
The nurse is teaching a group of community members about safeguarding the
water supply.
Which contaminant in the water supply should the nurse identify that can
increase the risk of urinary tract birth defects?
Disinfection by-products
Pesticides
Hazardous waste
Ionizing radiation
Disinfection by-products
For which patient situation should the nurse realize that the role of advocate
would be limited?
A patient with traumatic injuries who is refusing a blood transfusion based on
religious values
A confused patient with an indwelling urinary catheter, who does not want wrist
restraints
, A patient continuing to refuse the pneumococcal vaccination after two diagnoses
of pneumonia
A patient asking that their child be the one to make all of their healthcare
decisions
A confused patient with an indwelling urinary catheter, who does not want wrist
restraints
The nurse reviews ways to eliminate environmental hazards with a group of
community leaders.
Which agency should the nurse mention that is responsible for monitoring air
and water quality?
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
American Nurses Association (ANA)
National Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)
National Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
The nurse is advocating for improved housing in the community.
Which action should the nurser take to help influence legislative decisions?
Teaching to parents about vaccine safety
Teaching parents about how to avoid lead poisoning
Teaching schools about preventing the spread of infections
Recommending support measures that safeguard the environment