Nursing Elites

1. Joseph, a 45-year-old community resident of Baranggay 22-A, suddenly had 2 bouts of soft to almost watery stools after having lunch. While observing his condition at home to decide whether to refer him for medical treatment, you recommended that he boil a decoction of 10-15 leaves of what medicinal plant for 15 minutes on low heat?

• A. Bayabas
• B. Pancit pacitan
• C. Sambong
• D. Lagundi

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Bayabas (guava) leaves are traditionally used for treating diarrhea due to their antimicrobial properties. The decoction of guava leaves can help alleviate diarrhea symptoms and aid in recovery.

2. You organize community groups to participate in the community activities. You can BEST motivate to participate in community health development program by:

• A. Conducting group works
• B. Instructing the people to agree with your plans
• C. Allowing the people to exercise decision-making
• D. Assigning people participative roles

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Allowing people to exercise decision-making empowers the community and fosters greater participation and ownership of health initiatives.

3. What is the most important factor in planning a community health intervention?

• A. Availability of funding
• B. Understanding the community’s needs
• C. Identifying health trends
• D. Engaging health professionals

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Understanding the community’s needs is the most important factor in planning a community health intervention. It ensures that the intervention is tailored to address the specific health concerns and requirements of the community, leading to more effective and sustainable outcomes.

4. What is the most effective method for preventing the spread of disease?

• A. Hand hygiene
• B. Vaccination
• C. Quarantine
• D. Use of personal protective equipment

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Hand hygiene is considered the most effective method for preventing the spread of diseases. Regular handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds can help remove germs and reduce the risk of infections. While vaccination, quarantine, and the use of personal protective equipment are also important in disease control, hand hygiene is fundamental and easily accessible for everyone to practice in daily life.

5. As an important tool for planning a community health survey was conducted, the first tangible outcome of collaboration and teamwork with the Local Health Department and its Rural Health Units (RHUs) was observed. This later led to case findings activities via collection and examination of stools from children for suspected parasitism. Which of the following community nursing diagnoses will guide the Parish Health Team for concrete action?

• A. Parasitism as a foreseeable crisis
• B. Malnutrition as a health deficit
• C. Parasitism as a health deficit
• D. Parasitism as a health threat

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Parasitism as a health threat' as it is the most appropriate diagnosis that focuses on the immediate and significant health threat posed by parasitic infections, which can have widespread implications in a community setting. This diagnosis would guide the Parish Health Team to take concrete actions to address and mitigate the health risks associated with parasitism.

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