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What is the primary focus of community health nursing?
What is the primary focus of community health nursing?
- Providing care in acute hospitals
- Utilizing prevention and health maintenance strategies for the entire community (correct)
- Delivering care only in home settings
- Treating individual patients in the community
What qualifications are required for a community nurse in the UK?
What qualifications are required for a community nurse in the UK?
- 5 years' experience as a qualified Adult Nurse
- High school diploma
- Certification in community health nursing
- Degree approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (correct)
How is the client defined in community health nursing?
How is the client defined in community health nursing?
- As a family unit
- As a group of persons with shared goals and interests (correct)
- As a community leader
- As an individual patient
What does culturally competent care refer to?
What does culturally competent care refer to?
Where can community nursing care be delivered?
Where can community nursing care be delivered?
Flashcards
Focus of community health nursing?
Focus of community health nursing?
Prevention and health maintenance strategies for the entire community.
Community nurse qualifications (UK)?
Community nurse qualifications (UK)?
A degree approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Client definition in community health?
Client definition in community health?
A group of persons with shared goals and interests.
Culturally competent care?
Culturally competent care?
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Where is community nursing care delivered?
Where is community nursing care delivered?
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Study Notes
Community Health Nursing Overview
- Primary focus: preventing disease, promoting healthy lifestyles, and caring for individuals and populations in the community
Qualifications for Community Nurses in the UK
- Registered nurse (RN) with a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration
- Specialized training in community health nursing or a related field
- Continuous professional development to stay updated with best practices
Defining the Client in Community Health Nursing
- The client includes individuals, families, groups, and communities
- Focus on health promotion, disease prevention, and health restoration at the individual and community levels
Culturally Competent Care
- Providing care that respects and honors the cultural beliefs, values, and practices of clients
- Recognizing and addressing health disparities and inequalities in diverse populations
Settings for Community Nursing Care
- Homes and communities
- Clinics and health centers
- Schools and workplaces
- Public health departments and organizations
- Any setting where individuals and groups require health promotion and disease prevention services
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