Chapter 13 Global Consciousness in the Twenty-First Century

Chapter 13  Global Consciousness in the Twenty-First Century

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Disasters may be termed:
a.
natural.
d.
a and c
b.
technological.
e.
a, b, and c
c.
accidental.

ANS: E PTS: 1

2. Nursing involvement with refugees and displaced persons can occur at what levels?
a.
Emergency needs
d.
All of the above
b.
Care and maintenance
e.
a and b
c.
Seeking ongoing solutions

ANS: D PTS: 1

3. Health problems or potential problems related to disruption of the natural balance of nature include:
a.
asthma and autism.
b.
toxins in soil and breast milk.
c.
malnutrition and birth defects.
d.
a and c
e.
a, b, and c

ANS: E PTS: 1

4. A nurse who practices environmentally responsible health care would do all of the following except:
a.
assure proper disposal of toxic wastes at the hospital.
b.
dispose of outdated medications by flushing down the toilet.
c.
engage in recycling and river cleanup in the community.
d.
phone or write legislators regarding mercury levels in fish.

ANS: B PTS: 1

5. Which of the following is an assumption of the Western worldview that contributes to lack of consideration of Earth ethics?
a.
Understanding that humans are intricately connected with the natural world
b.
Appreciating that all species have core value and an intrinsic right to exist
c.
Recognizing that human health is dependent on the health of the Earth
d.
Believing that humans have a right to do anything they want with nature

ANS: D PTS: 1