The community health nurse determines that the average family income of a certain community is $67,000 per year with a range of $27,000 to $102,000.
Based on this demographic information, which additional information is important for the nurse to assess?

Answer and explanation

The correct answer is Choice D.

Choice A rationale

While a local shopping mall might attract a large number of people, it may not be the most effective location for a dental caries prevention program. The program would likely be more successful in a setting where children and their parents regularly go and feel comfortable discussing health-related topics.

Choice B rationale

Hospital emergency departments primarily deal with acute health issues. They may not be the most suitable setting for a preventive program focused on dental health, which is a long-term and ongoing concern.

Choice C rationale

The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) office provides support to low-income women and young children, including nutrition education and healthy food. While this setting might reach a population that could benefit from a dental caries prevention program, it may not reach all children in the community.

Choice D rationale

A community youth center could be an effective location for a dental caries prevention program. These centers often provide a variety of programs for children and have the

infrastructure to support health education programs. They are also places where children and their parents are likely to feel comfortable and receptive to learning.

Answer and explanation The correct answer is C. Choice A rationale

Reporting the presence of a viral endemic at the daycare center would be premature without first confirming the diagnosis of the children sent home.

Choice B rationale

While confirming the number of children exhibiting symptoms is important, it is more crucial to first verify that the children sent home did indeed develop chickenpox.

Choice C rationale

The nurse’s initial action should be to verify that the children sent home did indeed develop chickenpox. This is because chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella- zoster virus. Early identification and confirmation of the disease can help in implementing appropriate control measures to prevent further spread.

Choice D rationale

Determining the number of people potentially exposed is an important step in managing a chickenpox outbreak. However, this should be done after confirming the diagnosis.