Nursing Elites

1. Isolation of a child with measles belongs to which level of prevention?

• A. Primary
• B. Secondary
• C. Intermediate
• D. Tertiary

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Isolating a child with measles is considered a primary prevention measure. Primary prevention aims to prevent the disease from occurring by intervening before exposure to the causative agent. Isolating the child helps to contain the spread of the disease and protect those who are not already sick. This strategy falls under the realm of specific disease prevention, which is a key aspect of primary prevention.

2. Which of the following is an essential component of prenatal care?

• A. Routine immunizations
• B. Nutritional counseling
• C. Surgical interventions
• D. Radiologic exams

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Nutritional counseling is a vital component of prenatal care as it helps ensure the health and well-being of both the mother and the baby. Proper nutrition during pregnancy is crucial for the healthy development of the fetus and to support the overall health of the expectant mother.

3. Which of the following interventions is an example of tertiary prevention?

• A. Vaccination campaigns
• B. Health education seminars
• C. Physical rehabilitation programs
• D. Early disease screening

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Tertiary prevention focuses on managing and improving the quality of life for individuals who already have a disease or condition. Physical rehabilitation programs fall under tertiary prevention as they aim to enhance functioning and reduce disability caused by ongoing illness or injury, thus aligning with the goal of tertiary prevention.

4. What is the primary method of transmission for tuberculosis?

• A. Vector-borne
• B. Airborne
• C. Waterborne
• D. Fecal-oral

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Airborne.' Tuberculosis is mainly transmitted through the air via respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. This allows the bacteria to be inhaled by others and infect their lungs. It is important to implement infection control measures to prevent the spread of tuberculosis in healthcare settings and the community.

5. In the Field Health Services and Information System (FHSIS) in the Philippines, the monthly field health service activity report is a form used in which component of the FHSIS?

• A. Tally report
• B. Output report
• C. Target/client list
• D. Individual health record

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'A: Tally report.' A tally report is completed monthly or quarterly by the Rural Health Unit (RHU) personnel and then sent to the Provincial Health Office for further processing and analysis.

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