Which of the Following Actions Would a Nurse Take to Reduce

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions would a nurse take to reduce the high incidence of coronary artery disease (CAD) in a community?

• A) Introduction of a heart-healthy curriculum beginning in the first grade, presentations on diet and exercise for the community at large, and special education sessions for high-risk populations
• B) Provision of online activities related to prevention of cardiac disease, smoking reduction programs, and blood pressure screenings
• C) Distribution of handouts, including age-appropriate games, self-assessments, and education on heart-healthy lifestyles; availability of community screenings for hyperlipidemia in persons age 35 and older; and walking programs for those affected with CAD
• D) Enrollment of clients with CAD into cardiac rehabilitation programs, routine evaluation of effectiveness of CAD treatment regimens, and participation in clinical trials that evaluate interventions for those diagnosed with CAD