Practice Question
A school nurse is planning primary prevention activities for the new school year. Which of the following should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
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Correct Answer:
Teaching a class about the risks of cigarette smoking
Rationale:
🩺 Teaching a class about the risks of cigarette smoking
✨ This is a classic example of primary prevention, which aims to prevent the onset of disease or injury before it occurs. ✨ By educating students about the dangers of smoking, the nurse is helping them make informed decisions that reduce their risk of developing chronic illnesses like cancer, heart disease, or COPD in the future. ✨ This activity supports long-term health promotion and risk avoidance.
🛹 Organizing a program to promote skateboard safety
✨ This intervention focuses on preventing injuries before they happen, a key goal of primary prevention. ✨ Teaching children to use protective gear (helmets, knee pads, etc.) and promoting safe practices helps avoid fractures, head injuries, and other trauma. ✨ This is especially relevant in school-aged populations who engage in physical activity and recreation.
📢 Lobbying for funding for health promotion efforts
✨ Advocating for public health resources and education is a system-level approach to primary prevention. ✨ By securing funding, the nurse supports programs that address health risks before they arise—such as nutrition, physical activity, and mental wellness initiatives. ✨ This aligns with the broader goals of community-based primary prevention.
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This question is from RN Community Health~2019 Exam 1 which contains 58 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Community Health
- Answer Choices: 5