Question 1

A registered nurse from France has moved to the United States and is now employed at a health facility. Which characteristic will this nurse discover does not occur in the United States as it does in France?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

A nurse is interested in exploring initiatives related to health, poverty, and development in Africa. Which organization should this nurse consider prioritizing to accomplish this goal?

Accepted Answer

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation focuses on global health and development, including initiatives in Africa related to health and poverty.

Question 3

The nurse desires to become more involved with an organization that has not been created by the government. Which factor will set these types of organizations apart from other types?

Accepted Answer

Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) typically acquire resources from private sources rather than public or government sources, distinguishing them from government-created organizations.

Question 4

A nursing student, close to graduation, is exploring the various options for employment. Which option should this individual prioritize if becoming involved with a bilateral agency is the chosen goal?

Accepted Answer

Bilateral agencies are governmental agencies that provide aid to developing countries. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is a bilateral agency, as it is a U.S. government agency that provides foreign aid and development assistance.

Question 5

A public health nurse provides care to the community while following the various rules and regulations established by the federal government. Which areas will most likely be regulated by the federal government? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

The federal government regulates food, medications, medical devices, and environmental standards to ensure public safety and health. School health is typically regulated at the state or local level.

Question 6

A nurse is coordinating an initiative in the community to make sure that the healthcare needs of local refugees and asylees are recognized and addressed. Which federal agency should this nurse prioritize contacting to assist with this effort?

Accepted Answer

The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the primary federal agency responsible for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services. This includes initiatives and programs aimed at supporting the healthcare needs of vulnerable populations such as refugees and asylees.

Question 7

A group of public health nurses are meeting to develop some goals for their community with the main goal of improving the health of their community. Which goal should this group prioritize to achieve this outcome?

Accepted Answer

Establishing a free exercise program at a community center to promote fitness in a low-income neighborhood with high obesity rates directly addresses a widespread community health issue (obesity) and is a preventive measure that can improve the overall health of the community. This approach is more aligned with the goal of improving community health on a broad scale compared to the other options, which are more focused on individual or specific group needs.

Question 8

A group of nursing students are exploring the history of healthcare in the United States. Which type of care should these students discover has always received the most support?

Accepted Answer

Historically, the healthcare system in the United States has been more focused on individual care with an emphasis on curing diseases rather than on prevention or community-wide health initiatives. This approach is reflected in the allocation of resources towards acute care, hospitals, and medical treatments for individuals.

Question 9

A nurse works predominantly with clients who are active military personnel. Which program will these individuals most likely be receiving health benefits through?

Accepted Answer

TRICARE is the health care program for uniformed service members, retirees, and their families around the world. Active military personnel are most likely to receive health benefits through TRICARE.

Question 10

A public health nurse is seeking funds to help provide an "office on wheels" to take to various locations in the local rural communities. Which factor is the nurse prioritizing by seeking a philanthropic organization for the needed funds?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is prioritizing a philanthropic organization that uses endowed funds or private fundraising to address the needs of individuals, families, and populations.

Question 11

A nurse is preparing a poster for a health fair depicting the cost of healthcare around the world. Which country should the nurse prioritize as the one who spends the most?

Accepted Answer

The United States spends more on healthcare than any other country in the world, both in total dollars and as a percentage of GDP. This is due to a combination of factors including high prices for medical services, a high prevalence of chronic conditions, and a healthcare system that is heavily reliant on private insurance.

Question 12

A couple nursing students are preparing a class project which will explore the statistics of the cost of healthcare in the United States. Which expenditure should these students point out is the fastest growing?

Accepted Answer

Prescription medications have been one of the fastest-growing expenditures in healthcare due to factors like rising drug prices and increased utilization.

Question 13

The public health nurse is appraising the latest estimates the community may be spending on healthcare. Which percentage will the nurse discover in the government reports for healthcare spending?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

The client is a single mother of two who earns minimum wage at a part-time job and never graduated from high school. Which healthcare-related outcomes is the client at increased risk for, based on her circumstances? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

The client is at increased risk for morbidity and mortality due to socioeconomic factors such as low income and education, which can affect health. Difficulty accessing care is likely due to financial constraints and part-time work. Negative outcomes when receiving care can arise from barriers like limited health literacy. Genetic disorders are not directly related to her socioeconomic status.

Question 15

The nurse is preparing a poster for a health fair illustrating the various categories in which health disparities are noted. Which areas should the nurse prioritize on this poster? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

Health disparities are often noted in areas such as infant mortality, cancer screening, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes, as these are significant public health concerns where differences in outcomes are observed among different populations.

Question 16

A nurse in the Canadian healthcare system is concerned because a client has been denied a surgical procedure that the nurse believes is essential to the client's recovery. Which individual will be best for this nurse to contact to seek a reversal of this decision?

Accepted Answer

The health administrator is the most appropriate individual to contact in this situation because they have the authority to review and potentially reverse decisions regarding the provision of healthcare services, including surgical procedures.

Question 17

The nurse is caring for a tourist from Germany who needs emergency healthcare. Which factor might this client find challenging when comparing the healthcare at home with the healthcare in the United States?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

The nursing instructor has completed a session comparing the healthcare systems of various countries to the United States. The instructor determines the session is successful when the students correctly choose which fact concerning the payment system of the Netherlands?

Accepted Answer

The Netherlands employs a dual-level payment system for healthcare. This system includes a mandatory basic insurance covering common medical care and optional supplementary insurance for additional services. This structure contrasts with systems that are entirely government-funded or directly linked to employment.

Question 19

A nurse has recently joined an organization which provides healthcare to the local community. Which factor will best indicate this nurse is now employed by a multilateral agency?

Accepted Answer

Multilateral agencies are characterized by receiving funding from multiple governmental and non-governmental sources, enabling them to operate and provide services on a broad, often international scale.

Question 20

A new nurse graduate is considering joining a group which is part of the International Council of Nurses (ICN). Which area will this nurse most likely become involved with through this federation?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 2: Public Health Systems