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What is a primary function of a community health nurse?
What is a primary function of a community health nurse?
- Conducting financial audits
- Developing new medical technologies
- Managing hospital records
- Providing direct nursing care (correct)
Which role involves identifying the needs and priorities of the community?
Which role involves identifying the needs and priorities of the community?
- Planner/Programmer (correct)
- Manager/Supervisor
- Researcher
- Trainer/Educator
What does a health monitor primarily do?
What does a health monitor primarily do?
- Oversee financial resources
- Track health outcomes and statistics (correct)
- Provide emergency medical services
- Ensure compliance with legal standards
In a doctorless area, what is a key responsibility of the nurse?
In a doctorless area, what is a key responsibility of the nurse?
Which of the following is NOT a role of a community health nurse?
Which of the following is NOT a role of a community health nurse?
What is one of the responsibilities of a health educator in community health?
What is one of the responsibilities of a health educator in community health?
What indicates the role of a change agent in community health?
What indicates the role of a change agent in community health?
Which task is part of the manager/supervisor role in community health?
Which task is part of the manager/supervisor role in community health?
What is one of the primary responsibilities of a Community Organizer?
What is one of the primary responsibilities of a Community Organizer?
Which of the following is a role of a Coordinator of Health Services?
Which of the following is a role of a Coordinator of Health Services?
What type of health services does the Community Organizer primarily focus on?
What type of health services does the Community Organizer primarily focus on?
Which of the following actions is included in the functions of a Community Organizer?
Which of the following actions is included in the functions of a Community Organizer?
In terms of health program management, what is one of the key functions of the Supervisor?
In terms of health program management, what is one of the key functions of the Supervisor?
What is a major duty of the health worker known as RHMs?
What is a major duty of the health worker known as RHMs?
Which group is NOT typically coordinated by a Community Organizer?
Which group is NOT typically coordinated by a Community Organizer?
What is the main focus of health services provided by different organizations in a community setting?
What is the main focus of health services provided by different organizations in a community setting?
What is a key function of a health educator?
What is a key function of a health educator?
Which action best describes the role of a change agent in health behavior modification?
Which action best describes the role of a change agent in health behavior modification?
What is one of the responsibilities of a recorder/reporter/statistician related to health data?
What is one of the responsibilities of a recorder/reporter/statistician related to health data?
How does a researcher contribute to nursing and health-related studies?
How does a researcher contribute to nursing and health-related studies?
What type of data collection method is used to monitor the health status of individuals, families, and communities?
What type of data collection method is used to monitor the health status of individuals, families, and communities?
What does the morbidity registry primarily focus on?
What does the morbidity registry primarily focus on?
Which function is essential for maintaining accurate health records?
Which function is essential for maintaining accurate health records?
What is a vital skill for someone coordinating with government organizations in health studies?
What is a vital skill for someone coordinating with government organizations in health studies?
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Study Notes
Roles of Community Health Nursing
- Role Model: Serves as a positive example of healthy living for the community.
- Planner/Programmer: Develops and formulates municipal health plans, especially in underserved areas.
- Manager/Supervisor: Oversees health service delivery, ensuring proper implementation of nursing and health programs.
- Provider of Nursing Care: Delivers direct nursing care to individuals in various settings, ensuring continuity for patients.
- Health Monitor: Utilizes data collection methods to assess health status in individuals and communities.
Functions in Community Health Nursing
- Technical Assistance: Aids rural health midwives with target setting and identifying community health needs.
- Community Organizer: Mobilizes community members to participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating health programs.
- Coordinator of Services: Works collaboratively with various health organizations to provide comprehensive healthcare programs.
- Trainer and Educator: Conducts training sessions and community education on health and wellness topics.
Health Programs and Services
- Program Implementation: Engages with community groups to enhance public health initiatives and services.
- Data Management: Collects and analyzes health statistics, prepares reports for monitoring community health trends.
- Researcher: Collaborates with organizations on nursing and health-related studies to improve community health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Continuity of Care: Ensures ongoing support for patients requiring long-term care.
- Community Engagement: Encourages lifestyle changes among populations to promote better health practices.
- Health Education: Provides resources and training for community health workers and families on health maintenance.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- Data Collection: Implements forms and surveys for health assessments, creating morbidity registries to track community health.
- Statistical Reporting: Prepares and submits health data to relevant authorities for review and planning purposes.
Importance of Community Health Nursing
- Crisis Response: Acts as a change agent to motivate and drive improvements in community health behaviors.
- Effectiveness of Services: Through responsible management and coordination, enhances the effectiveness of healthcare delivery in the community.
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