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What is the primary role of community health nurses in the transition of the Philippine health care system?
What is the primary role of community health nurses in the transition of the Philippine health care system?
Which determinant of health is most directly linked to overall health through an individual's financial capacity?
Which determinant of health is most directly linked to overall health through an individual's financial capacity?
According to the determinants of health, which factor is highlighted as improving health through community relationships?
According to the determinants of health, which factor is highlighted as improving health through community relationships?
What does C.E. Winslow define as the essence of public health?
What does C.E. Winslow define as the essence of public health?
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In the context of determinants of health, which element refers to community and societal norms influencing health?
In the context of determinants of health, which element refers to community and societal norms influencing health?
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Which determinant of health relates closely to the types of diseases men and women experience?
Which determinant of health relates closely to the types of diseases men and women experience?
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Which function is essential for nurses in public health according to the provided content?
Which function is essential for nurses in public health according to the provided content?
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Which of the following models does NOT represent a paradigm of health according to the content?
Which of the following models does NOT represent a paradigm of health according to the content?
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What is the primary purpose of screening in public health interventions?
What is the primary purpose of screening in public health interventions?
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Which public health intervention focuses on optimizing self-care capabilities of individuals and families?
Which public health intervention focuses on optimizing self-care capabilities of individuals and families?
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What is the role of advocacy in public health interventions?
What is the role of advocacy in public health interventions?
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Which term describes the process of promoting and developing alliances among organizations for a common purpose?
Which term describes the process of promoting and developing alliances among organizations for a common purpose?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a key competency standard in community health nursing?
Which of the following is NOT considered a key competency standard in community health nursing?
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Which intervention focuses on helping community groups identify common problems and mobilize resources?
Which intervention focuses on helping community groups identify common problems and mobilize resources?
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What is the purpose of consultation in public health interventions?
What is the purpose of consultation in public health interventions?
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What does social marketing in public health aim to influence?
What does social marketing in public health aim to influence?
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What is the primary focus of tertiary level nursing in community health?
What is the primary focus of tertiary level nursing in community health?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a subspecialty area of Community Health Nursing?
Which of the following is NOT considered a subspecialty area of Community Health Nursing?
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What characteristic defines population-focused Community Health Nursing?
What characteristic defines population-focused Community Health Nursing?
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Which type of information is least useful for a population-focused approach in community health?
Which type of information is least useful for a population-focused approach in community health?
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What are the levels of clientele in Community Health Nursing?
What are the levels of clientele in Community Health Nursing?
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What best describes the practice of Community-Based Nursing?
What best describes the practice of Community-Based Nursing?
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Which public health intervention involves the systematic gathering and analysis of data regarding health threats?
Which public health intervention involves the systematic gathering and analysis of data regarding health threats?
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What is the role of outreach in public health interventions?
What is the role of outreach in public health interventions?
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What is the primary focus of assurance in public health?
What is the primary focus of assurance in public health?
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Which of the following is categorized as a primary prevention activity?
Which of the following is categorized as a primary prevention activity?
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What role does policy development play in public health?
What role does policy development play in public health?
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Which essential public health function involves the regulation and enforcement to protect health?
Which essential public health function involves the regulation and enforcement to protect health?
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Which aspect of public health focuses on social participation and community empowerment?
Which aspect of public health focuses on social participation and community empowerment?
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What is a key component of health situation monitoring and analysis?
What is a key component of health situation monitoring and analysis?
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What is the goal of epidemiological surveillance in public health?
What is the goal of epidemiological surveillance in public health?
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Which public health function is primarily concerned with research and innovation?
Which public health function is primarily concerned with research and innovation?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Community Health Nursing
- Community health nurses facilitate the shift from a disease-focused to a health-oriented Philippine healthcare system.
- Nurses, being a significant workforce in healthcare, can design systems that address the health needs of populations.
Paradigms of Health Influencing WHO Definition
- Medical Model: Focuses primarily on disease treatment.
- Health Illness Continuum: Views health as a range, rather than a binary state.
- High Level Wellness Model: Emphasizes achieving optimal health rather than just absence of disease.
- Role Performance Model: Centers on the ability of individuals to perform social roles.
- Eudaemonistic Model: Defines health in terms of flourishing and well-being.
- Agent-Host-Environment Model: Interactions between a host, agent of disease, and environmental factors affect health.
Determinants of Health
- Income and Social Status: Higher income correlates with better health outcomes.
- Education: Low educational levels are associated with poorer health and reduced self-confidence.
- Physical Environment: Safe water, clean air, and healthy living conditions are crucial for good health.
- Employment: Job security and control over work conditions promote better health.
- Social Support Networks: Strong relationships with family and community enhance health.
- Genetics: Hereditary factors impact lifespan and susceptibility to health conditions.
- Personal Behaviors: Lifestyle choices like diet and physical activity significantly influence health.
- Health Services: Access to medical care and preventive services are vital for maintaining health.
- Gender: Different diseases and health risks are prevalent across genders and age groups.
- Culture: Cultural beliefs and customs can affect health behaviors and outcomes.
Definitions and Focus of Public Health
- Public health is defined as the art and science of disease prevention, life prolongation, and health promotion via community efforts.
- Key areas of focus include sanitation, communicable disease control, health education, and organized medical services.
Key Functions of Nurses in Public Health
- Assessment: Regularly collect and analyze health data within communities.
- Policy Development: Use assessment data to create health policies and allocate resources.
- Assurance: Ensure availability and management of health services during everyday operations and emergencies.
Public Health Efforts
- National public health initiatives focus on supporting local health structures and providing direct community services.
- Environmental health protects against hazards like pollution, while personal health care includes immunizations and family planning.
Essential Public Health Functions
- Monitor and analyze health situations.
- Conduct epidemiological surveillance for prevention and control.
- Develop public health policies and strategic plan.
- Regulate and enforce health protections.
- Plan for human resources in public health.
- Promote health and empower communities.
- Ensure quality in health services and conduct research for public health innovations.
Health Promotion and Levels of Prevention
- Health Promotion: Enhances well-being through resource allocation.
- Disease Prevention: Focuses on shielding populations from diseases.
- Primary Level: Prevents issues before occurrence through health promotion activities (e.g., vaccinations).
- Tertiary Level: Aims to limit disabilities post-disease and facilitate rehabilitation (e.g., diabetes management).
Community Health Nursing
- Defined by the American Nurses Association as a combination of nursing and public health practices to promote community health.
- Includes various specialties such as public health nursing, school nursing, and home care.
Population-Focused Care
- Concentrates on entire populations, assessing health status and addressing broad determinants.
- Emphasizes prevention efforts at the community level and interacts with individuals and families.
Community-Based Nursing
- Applies the nursing process to care where individuals and families live and work, emphasizing acute and chronic care.
Public Health Interventions
- Surveillance and monitoring health events to plan interventions.
- Investigating health threats, conducting outreach, and screening for health risks.
- Referral and case management to connect individuals with resources.
- Health education, counseling, consultations, collaboration, coalition building, and advocacy for community health issues.
Competency Standards in Community Health Nursing
- Deliver safe and quality care, manage resources, provide health education, uphold legal and ethical responsibilities, and facilitate personal and professional development.
- Emphasize quality improvement, effective communication, teamwork, and research management.
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This quiz introduces the key concepts of Community Health Nursing, focusing on the transition from a disease-oriented to a health-oriented system in the Philippine healthcare context. It discusses the role of nurses in shaping health care delivery to meet the needs of the community.
