NUR 426 EXAM 2: COMMUNITY
HEALTH NURSING THEORY &
APPLICATION V3 QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS 2026/2027
1. A community health nurse is applying the epidemiological triangle to study the recent
outbreak of influenza. Which factor represents the ‘host’ in this model?
A. An elderly resident with diabetes
B. The cold winter climate
C. The influenza virus strain
D. Contaminated surfaces in a public school
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: In the epidemiological triangle, the host is the living being
affected by the agent, influenced by factors like age, immunity, and chronic illness.
2. Which intervention best exemplifies primary prevention for a population of migrant
farmworkers?
A. Screening workers for tuberculosis exposure
B. Providing education on the proper use of personal protective equipment against
pesticides
,C. Treating acute dermatitis caused by chemical exposure
D. Establishing a rehabilitation program for workers with chronic back injuries
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Primary prevention focuses on preventing the occurrence of
disease or injury. Educating on PPE prevents exposure before it happens.
3. A nurse is planning a community-wide program to reduce the incidence of obesity. Which
action represents the ‘evaluation’ phase of the program planning process?
A. Conducting a survey to determine the community’s interest in exercise classes
B. Identifying barriers to accessing healthy food options in the neighborhood
C. Securing funding from local businesses to support the program
D. Comparing the body mass index (BMI) of participants before and after the 6-month
program
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Evaluation involves measuring the outcomes and effectiveness
of the intervention against the original goals.
4. During a windshield survey, which observation would most likely indicate a social
determinant of health related to ‘Built Environment’?
A. The prevalence of high-cost grocery stores versus low-cost markets
B. The presence of well-maintained sidewalks and bike lanes
, C. The number of residents with health insurance
D. The level of education attained by the majority of adults
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Built environment refers to human-made surroundings that
provide the setting for human activity, such as infrastructure, parks, and sidewalks.
5. A nurse is using the ‘I PREPARE’ mnemonic to assess environmental exposure. What does
the ‘E’ in ‘I PREPARE’ stand for in the context of past work history?
A. Environmental factors
B. Emergency preparedness
C. Environmental justice
D. Employment history
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: In the I PREPARE mnemonic, the first ‘E’ refers to
Environmental factors/concerns related to past work environments.
6. What is the primary goal of the ‘Health People 2030’ initiative?
A. To provide universal healthcare coverage for all citizens
B. To increase the number of specialty clinics in rural areas
C. To mandate immunizations for all school-aged children
HEALTH NURSING THEORY &
APPLICATION V3 QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS 2026/2027
1. A community health nurse is applying the epidemiological triangle to study the recent
outbreak of influenza. Which factor represents the ‘host’ in this model?
A. An elderly resident with diabetes
B. The cold winter climate
C. The influenza virus strain
D. Contaminated surfaces in a public school
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: In the epidemiological triangle, the host is the living being
affected by the agent, influenced by factors like age, immunity, and chronic illness.
2. Which intervention best exemplifies primary prevention for a population of migrant
farmworkers?
A. Screening workers for tuberculosis exposure
B. Providing education on the proper use of personal protective equipment against
pesticides
,C. Treating acute dermatitis caused by chemical exposure
D. Establishing a rehabilitation program for workers with chronic back injuries
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Primary prevention focuses on preventing the occurrence of
disease or injury. Educating on PPE prevents exposure before it happens.
3. A nurse is planning a community-wide program to reduce the incidence of obesity. Which
action represents the ‘evaluation’ phase of the program planning process?
A. Conducting a survey to determine the community’s interest in exercise classes
B. Identifying barriers to accessing healthy food options in the neighborhood
C. Securing funding from local businesses to support the program
D. Comparing the body mass index (BMI) of participants before and after the 6-month
program
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Evaluation involves measuring the outcomes and effectiveness
of the intervention against the original goals.
4. During a windshield survey, which observation would most likely indicate a social
determinant of health related to ‘Built Environment’?
A. The prevalence of high-cost grocery stores versus low-cost markets
B. The presence of well-maintained sidewalks and bike lanes
, C. The number of residents with health insurance
D. The level of education attained by the majority of adults
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Built environment refers to human-made surroundings that
provide the setting for human activity, such as infrastructure, parks, and sidewalks.
5. A nurse is using the ‘I PREPARE’ mnemonic to assess environmental exposure. What does
the ‘E’ in ‘I PREPARE’ stand for in the context of past work history?
A. Environmental factors
B. Emergency preparedness
C. Environmental justice
D. Employment history
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: In the I PREPARE mnemonic, the first ‘E’ refers to
Environmental factors/concerns related to past work environments.
6. What is the primary goal of the ‘Health People 2030’ initiative?
A. To provide universal healthcare coverage for all citizens
B. To increase the number of specialty clinics in rural areas
C. To mandate immunizations for all school-aged children
