After a Hurricane Has Devastated a Community, the Population Health

question 7

Multiple Choice

After a hurricane has devastated a community, the population health nurse becomes involved in local recovery efforts. Which tertiary prevention measure should the nurse consider to aid in the recovery of this community?

• A) Promote legislation to reduce pollutant emissions.
• B) Promote replacement of hazard-producing industrial processes.
• C) Screen for the effects of environmental changes that result from the hurricane.
• D) Promote environmental policies to prevent recurrence of problems that result from environmental changes caused by the hurricane.

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Definitions:

Superordinate Goals

Shared goals that override differences among people and require their cooperation.

Mutually Beneficial Resolution

A solution to a conflict in which all parties gain or benefit in a way that is advantageous to them.

Mirror-image Perceptions

In conflict situations, it refers to the tendency of parties to see themselves in positive terms and the enemy in negative terms, often mirroring each other’s perceptions.

Altruistic Goals

Objectives or intentions aimed at bringing benefits or well-being to others without expecting personal gain.