NCLEX^® QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Question of the Week – October 26, 2022

October 27, 2022

An older couple was emotionally despondent when their home was severely damaged by flooding. When planning for the couple’s initial needs, what intervention should the nurse plan to implement?

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Correct! The answer is number 4

Rationale:

Answer: 4

Rationale: The question asks about the first thing that the nurse needs to consider when planning for the rescue and relocation of these older residents. The initial concerns of community health are always attending to people’s basic needs of food, shelter, and clothing. Contacting family, addressing emotional needs, and arranging for home repairs are needs that may be addressed as needed after physiological needs are met.

Level of Cognitive Ability: Analyzing
Client Needs: Physiological Integrity
Integrated Process: Caring
Content Area: Foundations of Care: Community Health
Health Problem: Mental Health: Crisis

Practice Question Sourced From: Saunders Q & A Review for the NCLEX-PN® Examination Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 5th Edition