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What is the primary focus of community health nursing?
What is the primary focus of community health nursing?
- The health of the community as a whole (correct)
- Providing direct care in clinical settings only
- Educating health professionals on clinical procedures
- Individual patient care in hospitals
Which of the following best defines community-based nursing?
Which of the following best defines community-based nursing?
- Nursing interventions that are restricted to public health policies
- Care that is delivered to clients and families as they interact with various services (correct)
- Care provided primarily in hospital settings
- A nursing practice focused only on acute care settings
What are the four levels of clientele in community health nursing?
What are the four levels of clientele in community health nursing?
- Individual, Community, Family, Group
- Individual, Family, Population, Community (correct)
- Family, Population, Community, State
- Individual, Family, Organization, Population
Which of the following is NOT considered a subspecialty of community health nursing?
Which of the following is NOT considered a subspecialty of community health nursing?
How does public health nursing contribute to community health?
How does public health nursing contribute to community health?
Which statement best describes the role of a community health nurse?
Which statement best describes the role of a community health nurse?
What is a primary goal of community health nursing?
What is a primary goal of community health nursing?
What distinguishes public health nursing from other nursing practices?
What distinguishes public health nursing from other nursing practices?
The concept of community health nursing emphasizes which of the following aspects?
The concept of community health nursing emphasizes which of the following aspects?
What is the context in which community health nursing is practiced?
What is the context in which community health nursing is practiced?
Which of the following is NOT considered a role of a public health nurse?
Which of the following is NOT considered a role of a public health nurse?
What is the starting Salary Grade for a public health nurse?
What is the starting Salary Grade for a public health nurse?
Which qualification is NOT required for a public health nurse?
Which qualification is NOT required for a public health nurse?
What is a major focus of public health nursing as defined by C.E. Winslow?
What is a major focus of public health nursing as defined by C.E. Winslow?
Which function is associated with the 'Health Monitor' role of a public health nurse?
Which function is associated with the 'Health Monitor' role of a public health nurse?
Which skill is essential for a public health nurse to effectively mobilize resources in the community?
Which skill is essential for a public health nurse to effectively mobilize resources in the community?
Which statement is true regarding the role of a 'Change Agent' in public health nursing?
Which statement is true regarding the role of a 'Change Agent' in public health nursing?
What community-related function is associated with public health nurses?
What community-related function is associated with public health nurses?
Which of the following represents a primary responsibility of the public health nurse as a 'Researcher'?
Which of the following represents a primary responsibility of the public health nurse as a 'Researcher'?
Which characteristic is crucial for effective community engagement by public health nurses?
Which characteristic is crucial for effective community engagement by public health nurses?
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Study Notes
Community Health Nursing
- Community Health Nursing focuses on promoting and preserving the health of communities as a whole, including individuals, families, and groups.
- The goal is to improve the overall well-being of the community.
- Four Levels of Clientele:
- Individuals
- Families
- Populations
- Communities
Community-Based Nursing
- A philosophy of care where services are provided to clients and families outside of traditional hospital settings.
Public Health Nursing
- A specialized field combining nursing, public health, and aspects of social assistance.
- The goal is to promote health, improve environmental conditions, and rehabilitate individuals with illnesses or disabilities.
- According to Dr. C. E. Winslow, public health aims to:
- Prevent diseases
- Prolong life
- Promote health and efficiency
Public Health Nurse
- Works in local or national health departments or public schools.
- Starts at Salary Grade 15.
Public Health Nurse Roles & Functions
- Planner/Programmer:
- Identifies health needs, priorities, and problems of individuals, families, and the community.
- Nursing Care Provider:
- Provides care to sick and disabled individuals in homes, clinics, schools, and workplaces.
- Manager/Supervisor:
- Develops and implements nursing plans for individuals, families, groups, and communities.
- Leads and encourages individuals to address their health needs and solve problems.
- Community Organizer:
- Motivates and enhances community participation.
- Takes part in community development initiatives.
- Service Coordinator:
- Collaborates with individuals, families, and groups for health and health services.
- Health Educator/Counselor/Trainer:
- Conducts health education, training, and counseling.
- Trains and educates rural health midwives.
- Serves as a resource speaker on health and health-related services.
- Health Monitor:
- Monitors the health status of individuals, families, and groups.
- Role Model:
- Sets a positive example of healthy living.
- Change Agent:
- Motivates positive changes in health behaviors.
- Reporter/Recorder/Statistician:
- Records nursing interventions.
- Updates existing databases.
- Performs statistical analysis of data for interpretation.
- Researcher:
- Utilized observations, interviews, surveys, physical exams, and other methods to assess individuals, families, and communities.
Qualifications of Public Health Nurses
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
- Good physical and mental health.
- Interest and willingness to work in community settings.
- Ability to:
- Relate practice to ongoing community health and health-related activities.
- Work effectively with other professionals and community members.
- Be proactive in improving skills and services.
- Analyze factors that influence population health.
- Apply the nursing process to meet community health needs.
- Mobilize community resources.
- Demonstrated leadership potential, resourcefulness, and creativity.
- Active membership in professional nursing organizations.
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