Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following is an epidemiologic function of the nurse during an epidemic?

• A. Conducting assessments of suspected cases to detect communicable diseases
• B. Monitoring the condition of cases affected by the communicable disease
• C. Participating in the investigation to determine the source of the epidemic
• D. Educating the community on preventive measures against the disease

Correct answer: C

Rationale: During an epidemic, nurses play a crucial role in participating in epidemiologic investigations to identify the source of the outbreak. By investigating the source of the epidemic, nurses can help in understanding what caused the outbreak and how it can be controlled and prevented in the future. This function is essential in managing and responding effectively to epidemics.

2. In the year 1980, the World Health Organization declared the Philippines, along with some other countries in the Western Pacific Region, 'free' of which disease?

• A. Pneumonic plague
• B. Poliomyelitis
• C. Smallpox
• D. Anthrax

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C, Smallpox. The World Health Organization declared the Philippines, along with other countries in the Western Pacific Region, 'free' of Smallpox in 1980. The last documented case of Smallpox worldwide was in 1977 in Somalia, leading to the global eradication of the disease.

3. In traditional Chinese medicine, the yielding, negative, and feminine force is termed:

• A. Yin
• B. Yang
• C. Qi
• D. Chai

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In traditional Chinese medicine, the force characterized by yielding, negative, and feminine aspects is referred to as Yin. Yin is associated with qualities such as darkness, passivity, cold, and intuition. On the other hand, Yang represents the male, dominating, positive, and masculine force associated with light, activity, heat, and logic. Qi is the vital energy that flows through the body, and Chai is not a term used in traditional Chinese medicine for these forces.

4. 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.

5. On the other hand, Operation Timbang is _____ prevention?

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

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Operation Timbang is a form of secondary prevention. It aims to identify individuals in the population who are malnourished, allowing for early diagnosis and timely treatment. Secondary prevention focuses on early detection and intervention to prevent the progression of a health condition or disease.

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