Community Health Nursing Quiz

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Which of the following levels do community health nurses NOT typically work with?

Individuals
Populations
Subpopulations
Households (correct)

What is one of the primary missions of community health nursing?

To maximize individual potential in isolated environments
To provide advanced surgical procedures in hospitals
To improve health at the community level (correct)
To conduct research in laboratory settings

Which of the following best describes a community as per the provided definition?

A group of individuals living in different geographical areas
A group with at least one shared common characteristic within a society (correct)
A set of unrelated individuals with varied backgrounds
A cluster of people sharing no common interests

What is an essential outcome of conducting a community assessment?

<p>Improving community or organization based on needs and resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best reflects a common misconception regarding the role of community health nurses?

<p>They only focus on individual patient care. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is a community?

A group of people who share at least one common characteristic, such as geography, occupation, ethnicity, or housing condition, living together within a larger society.

Who are the clients of community health nurses?

Community health nurses work with individuals, families, groups, subpopulations, populations, and entire communities to improve health outcomes.

What is community assessment?

A process that helps community members understand their health, concerns, and health care systems. It involves gathering information about community assets, strengths, resources, and needs.

Why is community assessment important?

Benefits of conducting a community assessment include identifying priorities based on needs and making informed decisions about improving the community.

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