Recalls 5 - NP1 Flashcards
Situation: Juliana, a registered nurse in the Philippines with 10 years of experience, has been promoted to a supervisory role in a large hospital. To excel in her new position, she reviews Republic Act 9173, the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, focusing on qualifications, prohibitions, penalties, and procedures in nursing.
- According to Republic Act 9173, after how many years can the Board re-issue a revoked certificate of registration/professional license, provided that the cause for revocation has been resolved?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 4 years
D. 4 years
- According to Republic Act 9173, what penalty may be imposed upon individuals found guilty of violating prohibitions in the practice of nursing?
A. Fine of not less than P20,000.00 and imprisonment of not less than 6 months
B. Fine of not less than P50,000.00 and imprisonment of not less than 1 year
C. Fine of not less than P100,000.00 and imprisonment of not less than 2 years
D. Fine of not less than P200,000.00 and imprisonment of not less than 3 years
B. Fine of not less than P50,000.00 and imprisonment of not less than 1 year
- According to Republic Act 9173, what is the passing grade for the licensure examination for nurses in the Philippines?
A. 70%
B. 75%
C. 80%
D. 85%
B. 75%
- What is the minimum required number of units in management and administration courses at the graduate level for a nurse to qualify for a supervisory position as per RA 9173?
A. 6 units
B. 9 units
C. 12 units
D. 15 units
B. 9 units
- According to RA 9173, what is the minimum number of years of experience required in general nursing service administration for a nurse to qualify for a supervisory or managerial position?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 4 years
B. 2 years
- During his assessment, Nurse Kang Tae-moo notes a sudden increase in the number of dengue cases in Barangay Malinis. This type of disease occurrence is best described as:
A. Endemic
B. Epidemic
C. Sporadic
D. Pandemic
B. Epidemic
- Nurse Kang Tae-moo also identifies that dengue cases peak during the rainy season. This type of pattern of occurrence over time is known as:
A. Point source
B. Continuous source
C. Seasonal trend
D. Cyclical trend
C. Seasonal trend
- With regards to the steps in outbreak investigation, which should be followed after preparing for field work?
A. Establish the existence of an outbreak
B. Define and Identify cases
C. Verify Diagnosis
D. Developing Hypotheses
A. Establish the existence of an outbreak
- Which of the following correctly defines the term “sporadic” as it relates to the occurrence of rabies?
A. A simultaneous occurrence of epidemic of the same disease in several countries.
B. An intermittent occurrence of a few isolated and unrelated cases in a given locality.
C. An intermittent occurence of a few isolated and unrelated cases in a given locality.
D. A continuous occurrence throughout a period of time of the usual number of cases in a given locality.
B. An intermittent occurrence of a few isolated and unrelated cases in a given locality.
- What is the role of an epidemiology nurse during an outbreak? Select all that apply.
- Monitor local health personnel conducting disease surveillance
- Implement public health surveillance
- Assist in the conduct of training course in epidemiology
- Responsible for inventory and maintenance of epidemiology and surveillance unit (ESU) equipment
A. 1, 3, 4
B. 2, 3, 4
C. 1, 2, 3
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Situation: Fatmah is a community health nurse working in a rural health unit. She is responsible for implementing various health programs and educating the community on how to prevent health problems. During her daily activities, she encounters different situations that require applying the levels of prevention.
- Which of the following activities is an example of primary prevention in Nurse Fatmah’s work?
A. Rehabilitation for stroke patients
B. Blood pressure screenings
C. Immunization programs
D. Physical therapy sessions
C. Immunization programs
- Nurse Fatmah is informed that a child in the community has been diagnosed with measles. To prevent the spread of the infection to other children, Nurse Fatmah arranges for the child to be isolated at home until they are no longer contagious. Isolation of a child with measles belongs to what level of prevention?
A. Primary
B. Secondary
C. Intermediate
D. Tertiary
A. Primary
- At a local health clinic, Fatmah provides screening services for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) to sexually active adults. Which activity is an example of secondary prevention?
A. Providing dietary counseling to all community members
B. Conducting annual mammograms
C. Teaching stress management techniques
D. Screening services for STIs
D. Screening services for STIs
- In a rural community, Fatmah, together with her colleagues, conducts Operation Timbang, a program aimed at assessing the nutritional status of children under five years old through regular weighing and monitoring. Operation Timbang is _____ prevention.
A. Primary
B. Secondary
C. Intermediate
D. Tertiary
B. Secondary
- Nurse Fatmah is providing care for a patient who has recently undergone surgery for advanced-stage lung cancer. She is focused on pain management, symptom control, and improving the patient’s quality of life. Tertiary prevention is needed at which stage of the natural history of disease?
A. Prodromal
B. Pre-pathogenesis
C. Terminal
D. Pathogenesis
C. Terminal
- Lalane, a public health nurse, organizes a support group for residents diagnosed with chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension to promote self-management and enhance their quality of life. What constitutes tertiary prevention in Lalane’s community health initiatives?
A. Health education on lifestyle changes
B. Routine screenings for chronic diseases
C. Support groups for chronic illness patients
D. Immunization drives for children
C. Support groups for chronic illness patients
- In a rural community, Nurse Lalane conducts a community workshop on promoting heart health to residents of all ages. Which of the following represents a primary prevention strategy aimed at reducing the incidence of cardiovascular diseases?
A. Angioplasty
B. Blood pressure monitoring
C. Health education on diet and exercise
D. Cardiac rehabilitation
C. Health education on diet and exercise
- At a community health fair, Nurse Lalane offers diabetes screenings to residents to identify those at risk of developing the disease. This activity is an example of:
A. Primary prevention
B. Secondary prevention
C. Tertiary prevention
D. Quaternary prevention
B. Secondary prevention
- Nurse Lalane provides a rehabilitation program for stroke survivors to help them regain their physical and cognitive abilities. Offering rehabilitation programs for stroke survivors is an example of which level of prevention?
A. Primary prevention
B. Secondary prevention
C. Tertiary prevention
D. Quaternary prevention
C. Tertiary prevention
- In a barangay health center, nurses conduct a health promotion campaign to encourage regular handwashing with soap and water among children to prevent the spread of gastrointestinal infections in the community. Promoting regular handwashing with soap and water among children is an example of which level of prevention in community health nursing in the Philippines?
A. Primary prevention
B. Secondary prevention
C. Tertiary prevention
D. Quaternary prevention
A. Primary prevention
Situation: Nurse Jaehyun is studying for his licensure exam and needs to review the health laws in the Philippines that impact nursing practice. He focuses on understanding the key legislation to ensure he provides care within legal guidelines.
- Which law in the Philippines focuses on integrating traditional and alternative medicine into the primary health care system?
A. RA 7875
B. RA 8423
C. RA 9211
D. RA 11332
B. RA 8423
- Which law in the Philippines governs the regulation and control of tobacco use?
A. RA 9211
B. RA 7394
C. RA 8749
D. RA 9165
A. RA 9211
- Which law in the Philippines mandates the creation of a comprehensive mental health program and aims to improve mental health services nationwide?
A. RA 11036
B. RA 9275
C. RA 11223
D. RA 10173
A. RA 11036
- Which legislation in the Philippines provides for the expansion of health care coverage and the integration of health services to ensure access to quality care for all Filipinos?
A. RA 11036
B. RA 7836
C. RA 11223
D. RA 8551
C. RA 11223
- Which law in the Philippines is responsible for transferring the control and responsibility of delivering basic health services to local government units?
A. RA 7875
B. RA 7160
C. RA 8423
D. RA 7164
B. RA 7160
Situation: Nurse Taeyeon is working in a community health clinic where the staff is facing a challenging ethical dilemma. The clinic has a limited budget for various essential resources and services. Taeyeon is involved in the discussion on how to make these decisions ethically, ensuring that all patients’ needs are considered fairly and compassionately.
- Nurse Taeyeon is faced with a situation where a patient, Mr. Kim, who has a terminal illness, wishes to discontinue all treatments despite his family’s desire to continue treatment. What principle should guide Taeyeon in respecting Mr. Kim’s decision?
A. Autonomy
B. Beneficence
C. Justice
D. Nonmaleficence
A. Autonomy
- Nurse Taeyeon discovers that a mistake was made in the administration of medication, which did not affect patient outcomes. The mistake was not reported, and Taeyeon is considering whether to disclose it to maintain transparency and trust. Which principle should guide her decision?
A. Veracity
B. Beneficence
C. Justice
D. Autonomy
A. Veracity
- If Nurse Taeyeon needs to decide whether to allocate the medication to a patient who has recently arrived but is in critical condition, which principle should guide her decision?
A. Beneficence
B. Autonomy
C. Justice
D. Nonmaleficence
A. Beneficence
- If Nurse Taeyeon faces a situation where adhering to the ethical principles might lead to conflicts with the community’s expectations, which principle should guide her decision?
A. Beneficence
B. Autonomy
C. Justice
D. Nonmaleficence
C. Justice
- During a resource allocation meeting, Nurse Taeyeon is concerned that a proposed budget cut might lead to reduced staffing levels, potentially increasing patient wait times and compromising care quality. Which ethical principle should Taeyeon emphasize when arguing against the budget cut?
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. Veracity
D. Justice
B. Nonmaleficence
Situation: A community health nurse, Nurse Nayeon, is preparing for a local health campaign aimed at addressing a recent outbreak of measles in an urban barangay. The campaign involves educating the community about the signs and symptoms of measles, how it is transmitted, the benefits of vaccination, and specific advice for vulnerable groups such as pregnant women. In addition, Nurse Nayeon is tasked with conducting contact tracing to prevent further spread of the disease.
- Nurse Nayeon is preparing educational materials about the signs and symptoms of measles for a local health campaign. What are the common signs and symptoms of measles?
A. High fever, rash, cough, runny nose, red eyes
B. Muscle aches, joint pain, diarrhea, sore throat
C. Headache, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue
D. Chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness
A. High fever, rash, cough, runny nose, red eyes
- Nurse Nayeon is preparing educational materials about measles transmission for a local school health program. How is measles transmitted from person to person?
A. Through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes
B. Through contaminated food or water
C. Through contact with infected animals
D. Through sexual contact with an infected person
A. Through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes
- Which virus is the causative agent of measles?
A. Rubella virus
B. Varicella-zoster virus
C. Paramyxovirus
D. Epstein-Barr virus
C. Paramyxovirus
- A pregnant woman visits a health center, concerned about her potential exposure to measles. What advice should Nurse Nayeon provide to the pregnant woman regarding measles?
A. Measles infection during pregnancy can lead to complications such as premature birth or low birth weight.
B. The measles vaccine is safe and recommended during pregnancy to protect both the mother and the baby.
C. If symptoms of measles develop, she should seek medical attention immediately.
D. All of the above
A. Measles infection during pregnancy can lead to complications such as premature birth or low birth weight.
- Nurse Nayeon is conducting contact tracing for a confirmed measles case in a community. What actions should the nurse take in conducting contact tracing for measles?
A. Identify and notify individuals who may have been exposed to measles.
B. Provide information about measles symptoms and vaccination to contacts.
C. Recommend isolation or quarantine for unvaccinated contacts.
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Situation: Nurse Joy is a senior nurse at a busy metropolitan hospital. She often encounters complex ethical dilemmas involving patient care, staff management, and resource allocation. She must apply her knowledge of ethical principles to navigate these challenges effectively.
- Nurse Joy is faced with a situation where a patient refuses a recommended treatment due to personal beliefs, but the treatment is critical for their recovery. Which ethical principle should Nurse Joy consider when respecting the patient’s decision?
A. Beneficence
B. Autonomy
C. Non-maleficence
D. Justice
B. Autonomy
- Nurse Joy is considering whether to report discrepancies in a research study funded by the hospital, which could affect patient care outcomes. Which ethical principle should guide her decision?
A. Veracity
B. Beneficence
C. Non-maleficence
D. Justice
A. Veracity
- Nurse Joy is asked to participate in a research study that involves administering an experimental drug to patients without their explicit consent, as the study sponsor claims it is harmless. Which ethical principle should Nurse Joy prioritize?
A. Autonomy
B. Justice
C. Beneficence
D. Non-maleficence
A. Autonomy
- A terminally ill patient in severe pain requests that Nurse Joy administer a higher dose of pain medication than prescribed, knowing it could potentially hasten their death. Which ethical principle should Nurse Joy consider in making her decision?
A. Beneficence
B. Autonomy
C. Non-maleficence
D. Justice
C. Non-maleficence
- During a hospital staffing meeting, Nurse Joy is faced with a decision about how to fairly distribute shifts among staff members to cover a sudden influx of patients. Some staff members have requested time off, while others are willing to take on extra shifts. Which ethical principle should guide Nurse Joy in making the staffing decisions?
A. Beneficence
B. Autonomy
C. Non-maleficence
D. Justice
D. Justice