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Which of the following is a level of prevention in epidemiology?
Which of the following is a level of prevention in epidemiology?
- Primary (correct)
- Diagnosis
- Intervention
- Control
What is the primary goal of family planning methods?
What is the primary goal of family planning methods?
- Promote immigration
- Decrease mortality rates
- Increase overall population
- Control fertility (correct)
Which strategy is key in health education for promoting behavior change?
Which strategy is key in health education for promoting behavior change?
- Behavior Change Communication (BCC) (correct)
- Statistical analysis
- Community surveys
- Health policy advocacy
What does the National Health Mission (NHM) primarily focus on?
What does the National Health Mission (NHM) primarily focus on?
Which of the following diseases is considered a non-communicable disease?
Which of the following diseases is considered a non-communicable disease?
What is a primary function of primary healthcare centers?
What is a primary function of primary healthcare centers?
Which aspect of environmental health is most critical for community wellness?
Which aspect of environmental health is most critical for community wellness?
What is the focus of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program?
What is the focus of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program?
Flashcards
Epidemiology
Epidemiology
The study of how diseases spread and affect populations. It helps us understand disease patterns and develop prevention strategies.
The Epidemiological Triad
The Epidemiological Triad
A model explaining disease occurrence, involving the agent (e.g., virus), host (person), and environment (e.g., polluted water).
Levels of Prevention
Levels of Prevention
Actions taken at various stages to prevent disease, such as vaccination (primary prevention), early detection (secondary prevention), and treatment (tertiary prevention).
Demographic Transition
Demographic Transition
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Census and Vital Statistics
Census and Vital Statistics
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Family Planning
Family Planning
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Health Education
Health Education
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Behavior Change Communication (BCC)
Behavior Change Communication (BCC)
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Study Notes
Community Health Nursing (CHN) - Important Topics
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Epidemiology
- Principles of epidemiology
- Methods of disease surveillance and investigation
- Epidemiological triad
- Levels of prevention
- Screening for diseases
- Epidemiological studies (descriptive, analytical, experimental)
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Demography and Population Studies
- Demographic transition
- Population indicators (fertility, mortality, migration rates)
- Census and vital statistics
- Family planning and contraception methods
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Health Education and Communication
- Principles and methods of health education
- Behavior change communication (BCC)
- Models of communication
- IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) strategies
- Role of a community health nurse in health education
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National Health Programs
- National Health Mission (NHM)
- Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCH+A)
- Immunization programs (e.g., Mission Indradhanush)
- Tuberculosis (Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program - RNTCP)
- HIV/AIDS (NACO guidelines)
- Vector-borne disease control programs (e.g., malaria, dengue)
- Non-communicable disease (NCD) programs
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Communicable and Non-communicable Diseases
- Prevention and management of communicable diseases (e.g., tuberculosis, malaria, dengue, HIV/AIDS)
- Non-communicable diseases (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, cancer)
- Mental health programs and community interventions
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Primary Health Care (PHC)
- Principles of PHC
- Structure and functions of primary healthcare centers and sub-centers
- Role of ASHA workers and ANMs
- Healthcare delivery system in India
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Environmental and Occupational Health
- Water supply and sanitation
- Waste management (biomedical waste)
- Pollution and its impact on health
- Occupational hazards and prevention
- Ergonomics in the workplace
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Maternal and Child Health (MCH)
- Antenatal, intranatal, and postnatal care
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Nutrition in Community Health
- Nutritional assessment (anthropometry, dietary surveys)
- Community nutritional programs (e.g., Mid-Day Meal, ICDS)
- Micronutrient deficiencies (iron, iodine, vitamin A)
- Malnutrition and its management
- Growth monitoring and development
- Infant and young child feeding (IYCF)
- Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)
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Health Planning and Policy
- Health planning in India (Five-Year Plans)
- Role of WHO and other international organizations
- Health policies (National Health Policy)
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to health
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Disaster Management
- Role of community health nurses in disaster preparedness and response
- Types of disasters (natural and man-made)
- Triage and first aid in emergencies
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Research and Statistics in CHN
- Basics of biostatistics (mean, median, mode, standard deviation)
- Research methods (quantitative and qualitative)
- Sampling techniques
- Role of nurses in community health research
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This quiz covers important topics in Community Health Nursing (CHN), including epidemiology, demography, health education, and national health programs. Test your knowledge on essential principles, methods, and strategies vital for community health practice. Explore the role of community health nurses in improving population health.
