Question 1

A nursing student is doing a project using the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) program to evaluate a local workplace. What is the first step?

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

An occupational nurse is starting a new position with a company with 35 employees. The nurse asks to see the OSHA 300 form, but is told that the company is not required to use that form. How does the nurse reply?

Accepted Answer

The OSHA 300 log is required for companies with 10 or more employees to record work-related injuries and illnesses.

Question 3

A nurse is starting a new job as an occupational and environmental health nurse (OEHN) for a large corporation. The nurse wants to ensure that the company's health and safety practices align with nursing standards of practice in this specialty area. What organization should the nurse check with to determine nursing standards?

Accepted Answer

The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN) provides standards of practice specifically for occupational and environmental health nurses.

Question 4

A PHN is working as an occupational nurse for a mining company. Which of the following is an example of a secondary prevention policy that the nurses can implement to address the high risk of pulmonary disorders found in miners?

Accepted Answer

Secondary prevention involves early detection and intervention, such as routine screenings, to identify and address health issues at an early stage.

Question 5

An OEHN at a large electronics factory wishes to implement new programs to improve employee health and well-being. The OEHN wishes to examine what environmental factors may place employees at risk for illness or injury?

Accepted Answer

A workplace assessment helps identify environmental factors that may pose risks to employees, allowing for targeted interventions to improve health and safety.

Question 6

An OEHN is performing an employee health evaluation for a new female worker who will be working on a construction site. What information is particularly relevant to the assessment? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

An OEHN is speaking with an employee who was injured on the job several weeks ago. It may be several more weeks before he is able to return to work. The nurse refers him to ____ to discuss payment during his time off.

Accepted Answer

Workers' compensation is a form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment.

Question 8

A worker has been exposed to a chemical that he is not used to working with. How should the OEHN proceed with treatment?

Accepted Answer

The OEHN should consult the material safety data sheet (MSDS) to understand the specific treatment required for exposure to the chemical, as it contains detailed information on handling and treating exposure to hazardous substances.

Question 9

A nurse is working in a large primary health-care clinic. Most of the staff members work at their desks and there are always baked goods from patients in the break room. The nurse wishes to implement positive healthy changes for the staff members. What is the first step she should take prior to developing a health promotion program in the office?

Accepted Answer

Conducting a health risk appraisal (HRA) is the first step as it helps identify the specific health risks and needs of the staff, which can then inform the development of a targeted health promotion program.

Question 10

A nurse is describing the employee health prevention measures available to members of the hospital staff. The nurse explains that the use of personal protective equipment is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used to prevent exposure to hazards, which is a form of primary prevention aimed at preventing the onset of illness or injury.

Question 11

An OEHN is reviewing the disaster preparedness plan of the factory where she works. The OEHN doesn't see any mention of how to handle a catastrophic leak of a dangerous chemical, commonly used in the factory, that could potentially impact the surrounding community. After working with the managers, in what part of the preparedness plan should this information be included?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

A nurse has noticed that the average age of the workers in a factory is starting to increase. In anticipation of the needs of this population of workers, which program would likely be effective in keeping these workers safe?

Accepted Answer

A fitness program focusing on building muscle, flexibility, and balance can help older workers maintain their physical health and reduce the risk of workplace injuries, thus keeping them safe.

Question 13

A nurse is working as an occupational nurse with a coal mining company. The nurse frequently observes workers sitting next to the entrance of the mine and eating lunch. The nurse knows that this poses a serious health risk. What is the nurse's first step?

Accepted Answer

The nurse's first step should be to understand why the workers are eating next to the entrance of the mine by speaking with them. This will help identify any underlying issues or reasons for their behavior before implementing any solutions.

Question 14

A nurse is beginning a new position on the medical floor of a hospital. A patient is being admitted with symptoms consistent with tuberculosis. What personal protective equipment does the nurse need when caring for the patient?

Accepted Answer

The nurse needs to wear gloves, a gown, and a respirator (N95 mask) when caring for a patient with suspected tuberculosis to prevent airborne transmission of the bacteria.

Question 15

A nurse is starting a position with a large agricultural farm in the Central California valley, where most of the migrant workers are recent immigrants to the area. This farm has never before employed an OEHN, and so the nurse wants to establish a training program especially for these newly immigrated workers. What information and assistance is particularly helpful for this population? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

A nurse is working on an oncology floor and explaining to the new nurses the safety measures required when handling chemotherapy. The nurse describes multiple levels of control, including which of the following? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

An occupational nurse is asked to perform a walk-through assessment of the factory where he or she works. What type of information should the nurse include in the assessment? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

The nurse should include information on obvious dangers or hazards, the presence or absence of safe walkways, observations of noise levels, the use of personal protective equipment, and the physical activity of the workers to ensure a comprehensive assessment of the workplace environment.

Question 18

A nurse is preparing to perform physical exams for a group of new employees. What information is the most crucial to the proper evaluation of the new employees' health?

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

A public health nurse (PHN) is volunteering at a clinic that provides care to migrant workers who work in the fields in their community. In addition to routine health assessments, what work-related potential health issue would be important for the nurse to include as part of her routine screening?

Accepted Answer

Migrant workers who work in the fields are often exposed to prolonged sunlight, increasing their risk for skin cancer. Therefore, screening for skin cancer is an important work-related health issue to include.

Question 20

A nurse is preparing a lecture about caring for the needs of the American workforce. Which of the following statements is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

Most Americans are not employed at their first job at 18 years of age; many start working earlier or later depending on various factors such as education and economic needs.

Quiz 21: Health Planning for Occupational Health