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What is the primary unit of care in Community Health Nursing?
Which of the following is NOT one of the core competencies of a Community Health Nurse?
Which of the following is a key aspect of the fundamental responsibilities of a Community Health Nurse?
Which of the following aspects is emphasized in safe and quality nursing care?
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What role does a Community Health Nurse play in terms of laws and policies?
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Which of the following communication skills is essential for a Community Health Nurse to develop better patient relationships?
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Which feature is important in contemporary nursing practice concerning scientific knowledge?
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What is one important component of the management of resources and environment in nursing practice?
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What is one of the primary responsibilities of a planner/programmer in the health service model?
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Which of the following roles is mainly focused on enhancing community participation in health programs?
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What qualification is required for a Manager/Supervisor in the health service model?
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How does the health community organizer contribute to patient care?
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Which role is primarily responsible for interpreting and implementing nursing care plans?
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What aspect of health does the health recorder primarily focus on?
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Which function is NOT associated with a community health educator?
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What is a critical responsibility of the health services coordinator?
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Which activity is emphasized for health promotion in the community?
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What is the primary method used for determining the health status of individuals and communities?
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Which skill is essential for effectively tracking health trends in a community?
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Which of the following is NOT a method used to monitor health status?
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How does the health program encourage lifestyle changes in the community?
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What best describes a community in the context of community health nursing?
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According to the WHO definition, what is a key function of community health nursing?
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What is a primary goal of community health nursing as described in the content?
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What does the philosophy of community health nursing emphasize?
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Which aspect of knowledge is emphasized for CH nurses?
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What are the responsibilities of community health nursing according to the Department of Health?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a principle of community health nursing?
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Which statement about the role of community health nurses is correct?
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Study Notes
Community Health Nursing Defined
- Community health nursing: A nursing specialty combining nursing, public health, and social assistance to promote health, improve environment, and rehabilitate.
- Focus: Health promotion and care throughout all life stages
- Utilizes knowledge of various fields: Biological and social sciences, clinical nursing, community health organizations.
- Nursing process is adapted based on community needs.
- World Health Organization (WHO) defines community health as a field that utilizes nursing, public health, and social assistance skills to enhance health and wellbeing of communities.
Philosophy and Goals
- Based on human worth and dignity.
- Goal: Advance the health of communities and families by addressing health challenges and maximizing their potential for wellness.
Principles of Community Health Nursing
- Focus on the needs of individuals, families, groups and communities.
- Understanding the objectives and policies of the agency representing the nurse.
- Family is the unit of care.
- Availability of care regardless of race, belief, or socioeconomic status.
- Utilizing available health resources.
- Engaging with existing community groups.
- Educative supervision is vital.
- Accurate record keeping and reporting are essential.
Core Competencies of a Community Health Nurse
- Analytic assessment skills
- Policy development and program planning
- Effective communication
- Cultural understanding and respect
- Community-oriented practice skills
- Basic public health knowledge
- Financial management and planning
- Leadership and systems thinking
Competency Standards of Nursing Practice in the Philippines
- Safe and quality nursing care
- Management of resources and environment
- Health education
- Legal responsibility
- Ethical and moral responsibility
- Professional development
- Quality Improvement
- Research
- Record management
- Communication
- Collaboration and teamwork
Essential Features of Contemporary Nursing Practice
- Addressing the entire range of human experiences related to health and illness, going beyond a problem-focused approach.
- Integrating objective data with an understanding of the patient's or group's subjective experience.
- Applying scientific knowledge to diagnosis and treatment.
- Providing caring relationships that facilitate health and healing.
Roles and Functions of a Community Health Nurse
- Planner/Programmer: Formulates nursing components of health plans, especially in areas without physicians.
- Monitor/Coordinator of Services: Implements nursing care plans, programs, policies, and relevant documents for staff.
- Researcher: Identifies health needs, priorities, and challenges of individuals, families, and communities.
- Manager/Supervisor: Provides technical assistance to rural health midwives in areas like goal setting.
- Provider of Nursing Care: Offers direct nursing care to the sick, disabled, or dependent at home, clinics, schools, or work settings.
- Trainer: Develops the family's ability to care for sick, disabled, or dependent members.
- Health Educator/Counselor: Promotes healthy lifestyle changes and facilitates pre-marital counseling and parenting classes.
- Community Organizer: Coordinates with community members, families, and groups for health services.
- Recorder/Reporter/Statistician: Collects and analyzes data on health status, morbidity rates, and community health trends.
Manager/Supervisor Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) in the Philippines
- At least 2 years of general nursing service administration experience
- Completion of at least 9 units in Management and Administrative courses
- Membership in good standing with the accredited professional organization for nurses
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Explore the fundamentals of community health nursing, a vital specialty that merges nursing, public health, and social assistance. This quiz delves into its philosophy, goals, and principles aimed at enhancing the health and wellbeing of communities and families. Test your understanding of this essential nursing field and its impact on society.
