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What is the primary duty of a school nurse in relation to students with eating disorders and obesity?
What is the primary duty of a school nurse in relation to students with eating disorders and obesity?
Which standard relates to the school nurse implementing their care plan?
Which standard relates to the school nurse implementing their care plan?
What is one component of health promotion that school nurses must provide?
What is one component of health promotion that school nurses must provide?
Which standard focuses on the practice quality enhancement by a school nurse?
Which standard focuses on the practice quality enhancement by a school nurse?
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What is the goal of the school nurse during the evaluation phase?
What is the goal of the school nurse during the evaluation phase?
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In which situation would a school nurse be responsible for follow-up care?
In which situation would a school nurse be responsible for follow-up care?
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Which standard focuses on the school nurse identifying expected outcomes for the client?
Which standard focuses on the school nurse identifying expected outcomes for the client?
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Which activity is part of coordination of care by the school nurse?
Which activity is part of coordination of care by the school nurse?
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What is the primary purpose of Community Health Nursing (CHN) practice?
What is the primary purpose of Community Health Nursing (CHN) practice?
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Which principle emphasizes the significance of family in Community Health Nursing?
Which principle emphasizes the significance of family in Community Health Nursing?
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What role does respect for clients' values, customs, and beliefs play in Community Health Nursing?
What role does respect for clients' values, customs, and beliefs play in Community Health Nursing?
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How is health education integrated within Community Health Nursing?
How is health education integrated within Community Health Nursing?
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What is a key aspect of Socialism as a philosophy related to community health?
What is a key aspect of Socialism as a philosophy related to community health?
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What best describes the importance of periodic and continuing evaluation in Community Health Nursing?
What best describes the importance of periodic and continuing evaluation in Community Health Nursing?
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What does the philosophy that individuals in the community can handle their own problems imply?
What does the philosophy that individuals in the community can handle their own problems imply?
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How do collaborative work relationships contribute to Community Health Nursing?
How do collaborative work relationships contribute to Community Health Nursing?
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What is the primary focus of the public health nurse when acting as an occupational health nurse?
What is the primary focus of the public health nurse when acting as an occupational health nurse?
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Which organization was originally founded by Ms. Magdalena Valenzuela in the Philippines?
Which organization was originally founded by Ms. Magdalena Valenzuela in the Philippines?
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What change took place on September 10, 1960, in the realm of occupational health nursing in the Philippines?
What change took place on September 10, 1960, in the realm of occupational health nursing in the Philippines?
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Which of the following standards emphasizes the importance of ethics in school nursing practice?
Which of the following standards emphasizes the importance of ethics in school nursing practice?
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What is a crucial aspect that school nurses must integrate into their practice according to the standards?
What is a crucial aspect that school nurses must integrate into their practice according to the standards?
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What role do occupational health nurses primarily serve in the community health nursing practice in the Philippines?
What role do occupational health nurses primarily serve in the community health nursing practice in the Philippines?
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What significant development occurred on September 25, 1979, regarding occupational health nursing in the Philippines?
What significant development occurred on September 25, 1979, regarding occupational health nursing in the Philippines?
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In the context of transferring knowledge to practice, what aspect is emphasized for school nurses in their leadership roles?
In the context of transferring knowledge to practice, what aspect is emphasized for school nurses in their leadership roles?
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What is one of the primary responsibilities of the occupational health team in relation to industrial establishments?
What is one of the primary responsibilities of the occupational health team in relation to industrial establishments?
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Which of the following actions does the occupational health nurse take when there are violations of business permit conditions?
Which of the following actions does the occupational health nurse take when there are violations of business permit conditions?
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What should the occupational health nurse do in response to worker complaints about industrial hygiene?
What should the occupational health nurse do in response to worker complaints about industrial hygiene?
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What is an example of a physical hazard that could affect worker health?
What is an example of a physical hazard that could affect worker health?
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How does the occupational health nurse ensure workers are aware of potential hazards?
How does the occupational health nurse ensure workers are aware of potential hazards?
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What should be regularly maintained to ensure worker safety?
What should be regularly maintained to ensure worker safety?
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What type of testing is performed by occupational health nurses related to worker hazards?
What type of testing is performed by occupational health nurses related to worker hazards?
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What action is recommended when occupational and environmental health problems remain unsolved?
What action is recommended when occupational and environmental health problems remain unsolved?
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What is the primary focus of community health nursing?
What is the primary focus of community health nursing?
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Which of the following is NOT a field of community health nursing?
Which of the following is NOT a field of community health nursing?
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What does the PRECEDE component of the PRECEDE-PROCEED model stand for?
What does the PRECEDE component of the PRECEDE-PROCEED model stand for?
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Which theoretical model focuses on health promotion and was developed by Nola Pender?
Which theoretical model focuses on health promotion and was developed by Nola Pender?
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In community health nursing, safe and appropriate care must be provided to which group?
In community health nursing, safe and appropriate care must be provided to which group?
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Which of the following statements about community health nursing is accurate?
Which of the following statements about community health nursing is accurate?
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What is one of the key roles of a nurse in community health nursing?
What is one of the key roles of a nurse in community health nursing?
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Which of the following best describes the continuous nature of community health nursing?
Which of the following best describes the continuous nature of community health nursing?
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Study Notes
Community Health Nursing
- Definition: Synthesis of nursing practice and public health practice promoting and preserving the health of populations.
- Philosophy: People in the community have the potential for continuous development and are capable of dealing with their own problems if educated and helped.
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Principles:
- Recognized need of individuals, families, and communities drives CHN practice.
- Knowledge and understanding of agency policies and objectives facilitate goal achievement.
- Family is the unit of service, influenced by its ability to address its problems.
- Respect for clients’ values, customs, and beliefs are crucial for effective care.
- Health education and counseling are integral to CHN functions.
- Collaboration with colleagues and health team members is vital.
- Periodic evaluation assesses goal attainment with client involvement.
Theoretical Models/Approaches
- Health Belief Model (HBM): Focuses on individual beliefs about health and their influence on health behavior.
- Milio’s Framework for Prevention: Explores the relationship between health behavior and social factors.
- Nola Pender’s Health Promotion: Emphasizes individual's motivation to engage in health-promoting behaviors.
- Lawrence Green’s PRECEDE-PROCEED MODEL: A comprehensive model that involves assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health programs.
School Health Nursing
- Standards of Practice: Cover assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Standards of Professional Performance: Include quality of practice, education, professional practice evaluation, collegiality, collaboration, ethics, research, resource utilization, leadership, and program management.
Occupational Health Nursing
- Public Health Perspective: Focuses on the health of people within workplaces, emphasizing prevention and intervention.
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Functions:
- Work with the occupational health team to ensure sanitary and industrial hygiene compliance.
- Recommend license/business permits, suspensions, or revocations based on compliance.
- Coordinate with government agencies for implementation of regulations.
- Address complaints related to industrial hygiene.
- Provide, install, and maintain control facilities and protective barriers.
- Inform workers about potential hazards and control measures.
- Conduct periodic health examinations.
- Provide occupational health services and facilities.
- Refer unsolved issues to higher authorities.
- Prepare and submit yearly reports.
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Workplace Hazards:
- Physical hazards: Agents causing tissue damage or harm, including radiation, temperature extremes, noise, electric and magnetic fields, lasers, microwaves, and vibration.
- Chemical hazards: Substances that can cause health problems through inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact.
- Biological hazards: Infectious agents like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites found in the workplace.
- Ergonomic hazards: Factors that can cause musculoskeletal disorders, including repetitive motions, awkward postures, and heavy lifting.
- Psychosocial hazards: Work-related factors causing stress, anxiety, burnout, and other mental health issues.
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Description
This quiz explores the core principles and theoretical models of Community Health Nursing (CHN), focusing on promoting health in populations. It emphasizes the importance of individual and family recognition, agency knowledge, and cultural respect in healthcare delivery. Test your understanding of the Health Belief Model and its application in CHN practice.