Question

4. Student nurses are questioning the benefits of joining a professional nursing organization during a class discussion. Which statement by the instructor will best address their concern? Select all that apply

▪ They have successfully elevated the nursing professionalism

▪ They have developed the paradigms that influence and affect public health

▪ They have given voice to the inequalities that affect the society

▪ They have a long and consistent relationship with public policy

▪ They are regarded as major player in Washington when discussing health care policy

5. And instructor is discussing the various legislative acts that have focussed on healthcare. Which statement by the class indicates they understand the focus of the social security act.

• Expanded coverage for children

• Increased availability of public health programs

• Increase services to the poor

• Increase privacy of patient information Increased availability of public health programs

6. The community health nurse is a member of a legislative group that is evaluating a suggested new policy. Which factor should the nurse question first concerning the policy?

• What is the result?

• Who benefits from it?

• How much it cost?

• Why is it in place?

Answer 1

4-d They have a long and consistent relationship with public policy

5-c increase services to poor

the Social Security Act established a system of old-age benefits for workers, benefits for victims of industrial accidents, unemployment insurance, aid for dependent mothers and children, the blind, and the physically handicapped.

6- b who benifits from it

Nurses’ influence on health policy protects the quality of care by access to required recourses and opportunities.