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What is the primary role of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
What is the primary role of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
When is World Health Day celebrated?
When is World Health Day celebrated?
Which of the following is a communicable disease targeted by WHO?
Which of the following is a communicable disease targeted by WHO?
What is one of the expected skills outlined in community health nursing?
What is one of the expected skills outlined in community health nursing?
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The headquarters of WHO is located in which city?
The headquarters of WHO is located in which city?
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What is the focus of the affective cognitive component in community health nursing?
What is the focus of the affective cognitive component in community health nursing?
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Which organization works alongside WHO to address health issues in the Philippines?
Which organization works alongside WHO to address health issues in the Philippines?
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Which of these does NOT represent a core action of community health nursing?
Which of these does NOT represent a core action of community health nursing?
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What is essential for effective nursing practice in the community?
What is essential for effective nursing practice in the community?
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Which element is included in the dynamic process of nursing practice for continuous care?
Which element is included in the dynamic process of nursing practice for continuous care?
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Continuous care in nursing involves which of the following characteristics?
Continuous care in nursing involves which of the following characteristics?
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What does the implication of 'termination' in nursing care signify?
What does the implication of 'termination' in nursing care signify?
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Which skill set is NOT considered important for community nursing practice?
Which skill set is NOT considered important for community nursing practice?
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What was the average life expectancy change from 2000-2005 to 2015-2020?
What was the average life expectancy change from 2000-2005 to 2015-2020?
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What was the infant mortality rate reduction between 2000 and 2013?
What was the infant mortality rate reduction between 2000 and 2013?
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Which organization regulates private insurance companies in the Philippines?
Which organization regulates private insurance companies in the Philippines?
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What trend in mortality rates was observed for maternal mortality from 2012 to 2015?
What trend in mortality rates was observed for maternal mortality from 2012 to 2015?
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Which of the following represents a leading cause of mortality in the Philippines in 2016?
Which of the following represents a leading cause of mortality in the Philippines in 2016?
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Which statistic describes the prevalence of smear-positive TB according to the NTPS 2016?
Which statistic describes the prevalence of smear-positive TB according to the NTPS 2016?
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Which group was most affected by stunting according to the 8th National Nutrition Survey?
Which group was most affected by stunting according to the 8th National Nutrition Survey?
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What lifestyle-related risk factor is NOT commonly associated with non-communicable diseases?
What lifestyle-related risk factor is NOT commonly associated with non-communicable diseases?
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What was the primary purpose of the Board of Health of the Philippine Islands created in 1901?
What was the primary purpose of the Board of Health of the Philippine Islands created in 1901?
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Which act established sanitary divisions in municipalities led by a physician?
Which act established sanitary divisions in municipalities led by a physician?
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What significant health service was initiated by the Philippine General Hospital in 1915?
What significant health service was initiated by the Philippine General Hospital in 1915?
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What did the Rural Health Act, RA 1082, passed in 1954, entail?
What did the Rural Health Act, RA 1082, passed in 1954, entail?
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What overall goal does Universal Health Care aim to achieve?
What overall goal does Universal Health Care aim to achieve?
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Which act amended the provisions of the Rural Health Act in 1957 by creating categories of rural health units?
Which act amended the provisions of the Rural Health Act in 1957 by creating categories of rural health units?
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The roles and responsibilities of a community health nurse primarily focus on what aspect?
The roles and responsibilities of a community health nurse primarily focus on what aspect?
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What was a key component of the Local Government Code enacted in 1991?
What was a key component of the Local Government Code enacted in 1991?
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What is the primary goal of the national health system in the Philippines?
What is the primary goal of the national health system in the Philippines?
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Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the health system in the Philippines?
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the health system in the Philippines?
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What was a key feature of the National Health Insurance Act of 1995?
What was a key feature of the National Health Insurance Act of 1995?
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What does the Department of Health (DOH) primarily function as in the national health governance?
What does the Department of Health (DOH) primarily function as in the national health governance?
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How did the amendment in 2013 to the National Health Insurance Program (NHIP) expand health insurance coverage?
How did the amendment in 2013 to the National Health Insurance Program (NHIP) expand health insurance coverage?
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Which of the following roles does the DOH NOT engage in?
Which of the following roles does the DOH NOT engage in?
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What important role do local government units (LGUs) have in the health system?
What important role do local government units (LGUs) have in the health system?
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Which statement best describes the financial aspect of the healthcare system in the Philippines?
Which statement best describes the financial aspect of the healthcare system in the Philippines?
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Study Notes
Overview of Community Health Nursing
- Cognitive objectives include discussing community health nursing concepts and comparing tasks between WHO and DOH.
- Aim to evaluate statistical data from DOH and WHO.
- Affective emphasis on modeling professional behavior and maintaining collaborative relationships within health teams.
- Psychomotor goal: manage resources efficiently in health service delivery.
Global and National Health Situations
- WHO established on April 7, 1948; headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
- WHO's mission focuses on developing resilient, equitable, and people-centered health systems.
- Philippines has a mixed public-private healthcare system, with 30% of the population served by the private sector but dominating in financial resources.
- In 2016, private hospitals made up 65% of the total 1,224 hospitals.
Health Financing and Governance
- National Health Insurance Act of 1995 created PhilHealth, expanding coverage to include vulnerable populations through amendments in 2013.
- Dual governance established with DOH at the national level and LGUs at subnational levels following LGC enactment in 1991.
- DOH oversees national health policies, licensing health facilities, and coordinating health sector assistance.
Health Trends and Statistics
- Life expectancy in the Philippines rose from 67.1 years (2000-2005) to 71.6 years (2015-2020).
- Infant mortality rate decreased from 34 to 23 per 1,000 live births; under-five mortality rate dropped from 54 to 31 per 1,000 live births from 1993 to 2013.
- Minimal improvement in maternal mortality rate from 126 per 100,000 live births in 2012 to 114 in 2015.
- TB incidence estimated at 554 per 100,000 population in 2016; the Philippines identified as a country with a high TB burden.
Major Causes of Mortality
- Leading causes include non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as ischemic heart disease, cancer, and stroke, as well as communicable diseases like pneumonia and tuberculosis.
- Lifestyle-related risk factors for NCDs consist of smoking, poor nutrition, and physical inactivity.
Historical Milestones in Public Health Nursing
- 1901: Establishment of the Board of Health of the Philippine Islands.
- 1912: Fajardo Act created sanitary divisions governed by physicians.
- 1947: Reorganization of the Department of Health into specialized bureaus.
- 1954: Rural Health Act passed to establish Rural Health Units (RHUs) in municipalities.
- 1991: Local Government Code devolved health services to local governments.
Roles and Responsibilities of Community Health Nurses
- Focuses on health promotion benefiting individuals, families, and communities.
- Community health nurses are versatile, serving all ages and health needs.
- Requires knowledge in biology, social sciences, and community organization.
- Practice involves continuous assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of public health nursing in the Philippines. It is designed to enhance your understanding of community health practices and the role of nurses in public health. Prepare to explore essential topics and their implications in nursing.
