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sam.t96

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A PHN is working in the public health department in San Diego County. After a recent storm, the department begins to conduct water testing to ensure that the ocean water is safe to swim in.
 
  Testing results reveal that the level of bacteria is 10 times the acceptable limit. How does the nurse proceed?
  A. Issue a public health statement informing residents of the risk of swimming.
  B. Close the beaches until the levels return to normal.
  C. Treat the water with anti-microbial agents.
  D. Issue a boil water alert.

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a class about public health nursing. A student asks about the daily responsibilities and core functions of a public health nurse (PHN) working within the health department.
 
  Which of the following is not one of the core public health functions the nurse would list?
  A. Decrease health disparities within the community
  B. Assessment of the population
  C. Creation of public health policies to enhance community health
  D. Ensure that the public health system runs smoothly


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prumorgan

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


sam.t96

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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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