NACE Nursing Acceleration Challenge Exam I PN-RN Health Promotion and Maintenance 5

Question 1

A nurse is conducting a health fair for adults over 65. Which intervention represents secondary prevention?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure screening

Answer

Secondary prevention involves early detection of disease; blood pressure screening identifies hypertension before complications arise.

Question 2

A nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to parents of a 2-year-old. Which safety measure is the highest priority?

Accepted Answer

Installing safety locks on cabinets containing cleaning products

Answer

Toddlers are at high risk for poisoning; securing household chemicals in locked cabinets is the highest priority safety measure for this age group.

Question 3

A nurse is teaching a pregnant client about neural tube defect prevention. Which nutrient is most important to emphasize?

Accepted Answer

Folic acid

Answer

Adequate folic acid intake (400–800 mcg/day) before and during early pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida.

Question 4

A school nurse notices a 10-year-old with a BMI at the 88th percentile. Which is the most appropriate initial nursing action?

Accepted Answer

Assess the child's dietary habits and physical activity level

Answer

A comprehensive assessment of diet and activity is the first step before planning any intervention for a child with an elevated BMI.

Question 5

Which finding during a well-child visit in a 6-month-old warrants further evaluation by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

Absence of babbling

Answer

Babbling is an expected developmental milestone by 6 months; its absence may indicate hearing loss or developmental delay requiring further evaluation.

Nursing Acceleration Challenge Exam (NACE) I PN-RN Practice Test

Nursing Acceleration Challenge Exam (NACE) I PN-RN Practice Test

NACE Nursing Acceleration Challenge Exam I PN-RN Health Promotion and Maintenance 5