Author Question: Which of the following best describes a modern public health practice that was originally developed ... (Read 191 times)

itsmyluck · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following best describes a modern public health practice that was originally developed as a means of self-protection from the Black Death (bubonic plague)?

a. Care in a hospital
b. Chemical intervention
c. Isolation and quarantine
d. Herbal remedies

Question 2

The nurse working with a client to change behavior to maximize health asked the client to bring his family to the next visit. Which of the following best describes why the nurse wants the family to come with the client?

a. To analyze the family's beliefs about health
b. To determine the family's support of the client
c. To establish the family's communication patterns
d. To evaluate the family's approval of the proposed changes

JYan · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Modern public health practices, such as isolation, disinfection, and ship quarantines, emerged in response to the bubonic plague. Care in a hospital was originally developed by the Romans. Chemical intervention and herbal remedies were not used to self-protect from the Black Death.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Under the Theory of Reasoned Action, it is assumed that all behavior is determined by intentions, which are determined by attitude toward the behavior and the norms associated with the behavior. That in turn is determined by whether or not important persons approve or disapprove of the behavior. The family's beliefs about health, support of the client, and communication patterns are irrelevant if the family does not approve of the changes that have been proposed.