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What significant event occurred in the Philippines in 1912 related to public health nursing?
What significant event occurred in the Philippines in 1912 related to public health nursing?
- Approval of the Nurses Law
- Abolishment of the Board of Health
- Established the Sanitary Divisions (correct)
- Creation of the Zamboanga General Hospital School of Nursing
Who was the first Filipino nurse supervisor under the Bureau of Health established in 1919?
Who was the first Filipino nurse supervisor under the Bureau of Health established in 1919?
- Dr. Eusebio Aguilar
- Dr. Mariano Icasiano
- Carmen del Rosario (correct)
- Vicenta Ponce
Which act was responsible for the establishment of provincial and municipal boards of health in the Philippines in 1901?
Which act was responsible for the establishment of provincial and municipal boards of health in the Philippines in 1901?
- Act # 2156
- Act # 2808
- Act # 309 (correct)
- Act # 157 (correct)
In what year was the Manila Health Department created?
In what year was the Manila Health Department created?
What was the focus of the first nursing convention held in 1928?
What was the focus of the first nursing convention held in 1928?
What is a primary focus of public health as a science and art?
What is a primary focus of public health as a science and art?
Which of the following is NOT a component of public health practice?
Which of the following is NOT a component of public health practice?
What is the total number of contact hours for the community health nursing course?
What is the total number of contact hours for the community health nursing course?
Which role do public health nurses primarily focus on?
Which role do public health nurses primarily focus on?
What does the Philippine Health Care Delivery System emphasize?
What does the Philippine Health Care Delivery System emphasize?
What distinguishes public health nursing from community health nursing?
What distinguishes public health nursing from community health nursing?
According to public health principles, ensuring everyone a standard of living adequate for health maintenance requires what?
According to public health principles, ensuring everyone a standard of living adequate for health maintenance requires what?
In 2023, how many nurses will be hired under the Human Resource for Health Program by DOH?
In 2023, how many nurses will be hired under the Human Resource for Health Program by DOH?
What is the primary aim of community health?
What is the primary aim of community health?
In community health nursing, who is considered the patient?
In community health nursing, who is considered the patient?
According to the philosophy of community health nursing, what is considered fundamental?
According to the philosophy of community health nursing, what is considered fundamental?
What is the role of the community in community health nursing?
What is the role of the community in community health nursing?
What is not a basic principle of community health nursing?
What is not a basic principle of community health nursing?
Which of the following elements is emphasized in community health nursing?
Which of the following elements is emphasized in community health nursing?
What is a significant focus of community health nursing in relation to societal changes?
What is a significant focus of community health nursing in relation to societal changes?
What characterizes the clientele in community health nursing?
What characterizes the clientele in community health nursing?
What year did the Rural Health Demonstration and Training Center get created?
What year did the Rural Health Demonstration and Training Center get created?
Which law amended some sections of RA 1082 and created eight categories of rural health units?
Which law amended some sections of RA 1082 and created eight categories of rural health units?
Who organized the National League of Nurses of the Department of Health in 1961?
Who organized the National League of Nurses of the Department of Health in 1961?
What impact did the restructuring of the health care delivery system have on nurses and midwives in 1975?
What impact did the restructuring of the health care delivery system have on nurses and midwives in 1975?
What was the purpose of the Rural Health Practice Program that was implemented from 1976 to 1986?
What was the purpose of the Rural Health Practice Program that was implemented from 1976 to 1986?
In what year was the Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160) enacted?
In what year was the Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160) enacted?
What is one of the roles of a public health nurse mentioned in the content?
What is one of the roles of a public health nurse mentioned in the content?
What should a public health nurse do if the Municipal Health Officer (MHO) is unavailable?
What should a public health nurse do if the Municipal Health Officer (MHO) is unavailable?
Study Notes
Course Overview
- Course Title: Community Health Nursing
- Code: NCM 104
- Prerequisites: NCM 101, NCM 102, NCM 103
- Credit Units:
- Theory: 2 units (36 hours)
- Skills Lab: 1 unit (51 hours)
- Clinical: 1 unit (51 hours)
- Focus on basic care, health promotion, disease prevention, and rehabilitation.
- Emphasizes the Philippine Health Care Delivery System and global public health context.
Public Health
- Defined as a science and art focused on preventing disease, extending life, and promoting health through community efforts.
- Key areas of public health:
- Environmental sanitation
- Communicable disease control
- Personal hygiene education
- Organized medical services for early detection and prevention
- Social support systems for health standards
Public Health Nursing
- Involves promoting and protecting population health through nursing, social, and public health sciences.
- Public health nurses assess the health of populations, whereas community health nurses concentrate on individuals and families' health needs.
- Goals include health promotion, disease prevention, and management of health determinants.
Community Health Nursing Definition
- Utilizes the nursing process across various clientele levels—individuals to communities.
- Aims to enhance health, prevent disease, and promote rehabilitation.
Philosophy of Community Health Nursing
- Centers on the dignity and worth of individuals.
- Goal: Enable communities and families to address health threats and maximize wellness potential.
Basic Principles of Community Health Nursing
- Community as the patient; family as the care unit; levels of clientele include individuals, families, population groups, and communities.
- Clients are active partners in care.
- Influenced by advancements in health technology and societal changes.
- Achieves goals through multi-sectoral collaboration.
- Integral part of the healthcare and human services systems.
Evolution of Public Health Nursing in the Philippines
- 1901: Creation of Board of Health of the Philippines and Local Boards of Health.
- 1905: Bureau of Health established after the Board's abolition.
- 1912: Sanitary Divisions created under Fajardo Act.
- 1919: Nurses Law (Act # 2808) established.
- 1922: Formation of Philippine Nurses' Organization.
- 1940: Establishment of Manila Health Department.
- 1941: First city health officer appointed; Nursing Office formed.
- 1950-1965: Creation of Rural Health Units and various health programs.
- 1991: Local Government Code (RA 7160) enacted for community health governance.
- 1999: Official position of nursing adviser established in the Department of Health.
Roles of Public Health Nurses
- Clinicians: Provide home or community health care.
- Health Educators: Promote health through education and information dissemination.
- Facilitators: Establish multi-sectoral linkages via referrals.
- Supervisors: Oversee midwives' performance.
- Health Advocators: Represent and support clients' needs.
- Collaborators: Work alongside health team members.
Responsibilities of Community Health Nurses
- Participation in health plan development, implementation, and evaluation for communities.
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Test your knowledge on Community Health Nursing with this quiz covering key concepts in health promotion, disease prevention, and the Philippine Health Care Delivery System. Assess your understanding of public health roles, environmental sanitation, and organized medical services. Perfect for students enrolled in NCM 104.
