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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is conducting a health needs assessment for a community. Which of the following is an example of qualitative data?

A. The number of people with hypertension in the community

B. The number of children vaccinated in the community

C. Interview data from community members about health concerns

D. The incidence rate of respiratory diseases in the community

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Interview data from community members about health concerns

Question 2 of 5

The importance of community needs assessment.

A. Gather information about citizens' attitudes and opinions in order of importance

B. Determine how citizens rank issues, problems, goals, and priorities

C. Evaluate current programs/projects

D. All of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: All of the above

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following is an example of an environmental factor that influences community health?

A. The availability of nutritious food in the community

B. The genetic makeup of the community members

C. The knowledge of health care providers in the community

D. The access to medical treatment for chronic diseases

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The availability of nutritious food in the community

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is interviewing community members as part of a community assessment. Which group of people would the community health nurse most likely want to interview?

A. Bankers who could share economic data on the community

B. Long-time residents who were informal leaders in the community

C. Pastors and other religious leaders who share the faith of the community

D. Realtors who could share housing and living conditions in the community

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Long-time residents who were informal leaders in the community

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is an example of a community health intervention aimed at promoting mental health?

A. Providing support groups for individuals with depression

B. Offering mental health screenings to identify individuals at risk

C. Providing resources for addiction recovery

D. Providing education on coping strategies for stress

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Offering mental health screenings to identify individuals at risk

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