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Question 1
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Which of the following events caused attention that has resulted in the current emphasis on women's health?

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A

Hillary Clinton and Sarah Palin's comments during the presidential race

B

Political correctness, including addressing the rights of women

C

New research studies that are focusing on women

D

Women's movement from the 1970s

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Question 2
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A nurse has recently learned of the death of a 22-year-old female friend. Which of the following would be the most likely cause of death?

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A

Complications of childbirth

B

Accident or unintentional injury

C

Cancer

D

Cardiovascular disease

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Question 3
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Which of the following is the most common cause of death among women after age 75?

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A

Accidents and unintentional injuries

B

Cancer

C

Cardiovascular disease (CVD)

D

Diabetes and its complications

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Question 4
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Which of the following provides the best explanation for the importance of the "Go Red" and "The Heart Truth" campaigns?

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A

Because heart disease is so prevalent, we all need to know the usual symptoms so we may seek help quickly.

B

Few people are aware of how to prevent chronic diseases such as cancer.

C

We need to increase awareness of the genetic component in chronic disease.

D

Women have different symptoms and require different treatment than men.

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Question 5
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Which of the following best explains why cancer rates increase as people get older?

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A

Better prevention programs are available for cardiac disease, so cardiac disease rates are decreasing, making cancer rates increase.

B

It is harder to screen for cancer than for other fatal diseases, so the rates are increasing because of the inability to detect the cancer at an early stage.

C

Poor lifestyle choices, environmental exposures, and increased life expectancy have all caused cancer rates to increase.

D

Other causes of death are decreasing, so it appears that cancer rates are increasing.

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Question 6
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"I want to get pregnant as soon as possible now that I'm married," a 43-year-old female says to the nurse. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

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A
"Having a child will certainly cement your new marriage and give it a focus."
B
"It's understandable that your 'biological clock is ticking' and time is running out."
C
"You're right, once you hit menopause you won't be able to have a child."
D
"We will help you, but you need to know that there are more risks for you at your age."
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Question 7
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Which of the following is the leading cause of death for women in their first trimester?

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A
Anesthesia
B
Ectopic pregnancy
C
Hemorrhage
D
Pulmonary embolism
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Question 8
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Which of the following best explains why many elderly women do not prepare meals or do housework?

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A
Chronic diseases, especially arthritis and rheumatism, hinder their ability.
B
Living in a nursing home does not require them to do so.
C
They do not want to; their husbands can share in the work.
D
With Social Security, they can afford to pay someone else to do these tasks.
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Question 9
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A nurse has just been told by a friend that her physician has recommended a hysterectomy for fibroids in her womb. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

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A
"Hysterectomies are the most common surgical procedure done on women; you'll be fine."
B
"Tell your doctor to remove your ovaries as well so you will never have to worry about ovarian cancer."
C
"There are other alternatives. Why don't you seek a second opinion just to be sure a hysterectomy is best for you?"
D
"Uterine fibroids are very common so don't feel badly; you've already had your children, so there's no reason to keep your uterus."
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Question 10
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A nurse is called by her sister, who tells her how wonderful it is that she knows the exact date her baby is coming because her doctor scheduled her for a C-section before his vacation. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

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A
"A C-section is major surgery. Do you remember what the doctor shared were the risks for yourself and your baby?"
B
"How marvelous to know the date; I'll plan to visit you in the hospital."
C
"I'm so pleased. I know exactly when I'm going to be an aunt."
D
"Why not wait until after your doctor comes back from his vacation?"
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Question 11
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Which of the following outcomes for the infant and mother have occurred because of fetal monitoring?

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A
Improved outcomes for both infant and mother
B
No difference for the infant but improved outcomes for the mother
C
No difference for the mother but improved outcomes for the infant
D
No difference in outcomes for the infant but increased risk for the mother
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Question 12
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Which of the following statements best explain the difference in suicide rate according to gender?

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A
Men are less likely to attempt suicide and less likely to be successful.
B
Men are more likely to attempt suicide but less likely to be successful.
C
Women are more likely to attempt suicide but less likely to be successful.
D
Women are less likely to attempt suicide but more likely to be successful.
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Question 13
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Which of the following groups of persons is most likely to be able to access health care?

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A
Adults who work in large corporations
B
Many employed women
C
Older women on fixed incomes
D
Young adults, aged 16 to 24 years
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Question 14
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A woman with two young children is debating if she should try to work using child care or stay at home and care for her children. Based on the current trends, which decision is she most likely to make?

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A
Enter the work force
B
Invite a relative to live with them to care for the children
C
Negotiate with her husband so he stays home with the children
D
Stay home with the children
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Question 15
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Which of the following groups has the highest poverty rate in the United States?

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A
Married couples with several children
B
Single female heads of household
C
Single male heads of household
D
Two adults cohabitating when one is unemployed
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Question 16
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Which of the following best explains how marriage customs have remained unchanged over the last couple decades?

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A
Lesbian and homosexual adults are adopting children.
B
Women are usually responsible for the children following a divorce.
C
Single adults are adopting children.
D
Women are trying to avoid spinsterhood.
E
Women seek to marry at a young age.
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Question 17
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Which of the following best explains why some community health nurses find nursing models inappropriate for use in their clinical practice?

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A
Models are almost always based on meeting the needs of individuals, not groups.
B
Models are too theoretical and not realistic.
C
Models, developed for the middle class, do not fit low-income families.
D
Models taught in nursing school are not remembered by nurses in practice.
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Question 18
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A middle-aged woman was obese and being treated for hypertension; and her blood tests showed elevated triglycerides and low high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Besides recommending physical activity, which of the following nutritional guidance should be provided by the nurse?

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A
Buy a good diet book, and follow its advice.
B
Eat fish and seafood such as salmon, halibut, tuna, and scallops at least three times a week.
C
Use olive oil when you cook, especially if you are frying food.
D
You have to lose weight, so stop all desserts and eat nothing but salads for 2 weeks.
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Question 19
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A community health nurse suggested that a group of nursing students perform a diabetic screening at a location where groups of people meet. Which of the following sites would be best for the screening?

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A
The senior citizens center, which always welcomes students back
B
The shopping mall where many young adults go to save money
C
The YWCA/YMCA down the street
D
The Weight Losers group meeting at the church
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Question 20
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Which of the following is the leading cause of disability in the United States?

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A
Arthritis
B
Car accident
C
Falls
D
Heart disease
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