Nursing Elites

1. What law mandates the reporting of cases of notifiable diseases by healthcare professionals?

• A. Act 3573
• B. RA 3753
• C. RA 1054
• D. RA 1082

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Act 3573, also known as the Law on Reporting of Communicable Diseases, enacted in 1929, mandates healthcare professionals to report cases of notifiable diseases listed in the law to the nearest health station. This law aims to facilitate early detection, prompt response, and control of communicable diseases to protect public health.

2. A business firm must employ an occupational health nurse when it has at least how many employees?

• A. 21
• B. 101
• C. 201
• D. 301

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. Which of the following is a mission of the Department of Health?

• A. Health for all Filipinos
• B. Ensure accessibility and quality of health
• C. Improve the general health status of the population
• D. Health in the hands of the Filipino people by the year 2020

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The mission of the Department of Health is to ensure the accessibility and quality of health services for the population. This encompasses providing healthcare services that are both easily reachable and of high standards to promote the well-being of the community.

4. Which step in community organizing involves the training of potential leaders in the community?

• A. Integration
• B. Community organization
• C. Community study
• D. Core group formation

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In core group formation, potential or informal community leaders are trained in community organizing techniques to empower them to take on leadership roles within the community. This step is crucial in building capacity and sustainability within the community organizing process.

5. Which of the following is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?

• A. Low cholesterol levels
• B. Physical inactivity
• C. Low blood pressure
• D. Adequate sleep

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases as it contributes to a sedentary lifestyle, leading to obesity, high blood pressure, and other cardiovascular issues. Regular physical activity helps maintain a healthy heart and reduces the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.

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