Question 1

A nurse surveys a program's participants after completion of a wellness program to determine if the participants have increased their involvement in daily exercise. Which of the following describes the action of the nurse?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is conducting a summative or impact evaluation, which assesses the outcomes or impacts of a program after it has been completed, such as increased involvement in daily exercise.

Question 2

A nurse is planning a health program. Which of the following is the most critical action that should be taken by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

Assessing the need of the community is the most critical first step in planning a health program, as it ensures that the program is tailored to the specific needs and issues of the community, making it more effective and relevant.

Question 3

What is the purpose of developing objectives for a program?

Accepted Answer

Objectives provide a clear direction for conducting a program, ensuring that all activities and efforts are aligned towards achieving specific goals.

Question 4

A provider and a client consider the possibilities of solving a problem using one of the solutions identified. Which of the following phases of the program planning process is being used?

Accepted Answer

The detailing phase involves considering and analyzing different solutions to a problem to determine the most suitable one.

Question 5

Which program planning stage defines the problem based on the existing health status of the population to be served?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

A population needs assessment has been completed. Which of the following describes what was done?

Accepted Answer

A population needs assessment involves evaluating the health status and needs of a specific group, such as older adults with diabetes, to inform the development of targeted health programs or interventions.

Question 7

A nurse is implementing basic program planning. Which of the following would occur during the formulating stage?

Accepted Answer

During the formulating stage of program planning, the client identifies problems that need to be addressed.

Question 8

To increase the immunization rates among children in the community, a nurse manager is considering holding immunization clinics on Saturdays one month before school begins. Which of the following describes what is happening?

Accepted Answer

The nurse manager is in the planning phase, as they are considering and organizing how to increase immunization rates by holding clinics on Saturdays, which is a strategy to address the issue before it is put into action.

Question 9

For obtaining information about services needed to meet community needs, business leaders within a community were interviewed. Which of the following describes this method of obtaining needs assessment data?

Accepted Answer

Key informant interviews involve collecting detailed information from a small number of people who are knowledgeable about the community's needs, which is what is described by interviewing business leaders for insights on services needed in the community.

Question 10

What question should be answered through a program evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Program evaluation primarily aims to determine if the program is effectively solving the problems it was designed to address.

Question 11

A nurse uses a key informant interview as part of completing a needs assessment. Which of the following describes the primary advantage of using this tool?

Accepted Answer

Key informant interviews are valuable for gaining an in-depth understanding of the community's needs from the perspective of individuals who are well-informed or have a comprehensive view of the community's health and social issues. This method helps in identifying specific services that are needed in the community.

Question 12

It is projected that the incidence of diabetes will increase in the future and therefore creates a need for more diabetic health educators. Which of the following approaches was used to identify this need?

Accepted Answer

The pre-active approach was used to identify the need for more diabetic health educators, as it involves anticipating future trends and planning ahead to address upcoming challenges or needs.

Question 13

A community identifies cardiovascular disease as a priority need because its mortality rate is four times higher than the rate identified in Healthy People 2020. Which of the following describes the type of approach that was used?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

A nurse matches client needs, provider strengths and competence, and agency resources. Which of the following types of planning is being used?

Accepted Answer

Strategic planning involves matching client needs, provider strengths and competence, and agency resources.

Question 15

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) format for evaluation, what would occur during the focus the evaluation design step?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

The process of program management is similar to:

Accepted Answer

Program management involves systematic planning, implementation, and evaluation, similar to the nursing process which includes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Question 17

Focus groups are used to determine the method of cleanup for contaminated groundwater in a neighborhood. Which of the following is a disadvantage of this needs assessment tool?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

A nurse wants to have a clear understanding of the overall health status of a community and to identify populations at risk. Which of the following actions should be taken by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

A community assessment provides a comprehensive overview of the health status, resources, and needs of a community, helping to identify populations at risk.

Question 19

A nurse completes a program evaluation to identify if the objectives of the program were met. Which of the following describes the action of the nurse?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

What is a benefit of systematic planning?

Accepted Answer

Systematic planning ensures that resources are efficiently and effectively used to meet the specific needs of the community, making it a crucial aspect of community health initiatives and other planning efforts.

Quiz 23: Program Management