Health Promotion and Maintenance Practice Question
Question
The nurse is caring for an adult at a wellness visit and is focused on community health scenario 7. Which nursing action is most appropriate?
Answer choices
- A. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
- B. Connect clients with preventive care resources and follow-up services.
- C. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
- D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.
Correct Answer
B. Connect clients with preventive care resources and follow-up services.
Explanation
The priority action for community health is to connect clients with preventive care resources and follow-up services. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.
Question details
- Difficulty: medium
- Domain: Health Promotion and Maintenance
- Objective: community health