Fields of CHN Community Health Nursing

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What is the primary focus of Community Health Nursing (CHN)?

  • Working in pharmaceutical companies
  • Conducting medical research
  • Providing acute care in hospitals
  • Promoting and preserving the health of populations (correct)

Which area is not considered a subspecialty of CHN?

  • Surgical nursing (correct)
  • Public health nursing
  • Occupational health nursing
  • School nursing

What skills are required in Public Health Nursing?

  • Artistic and creative skills
  • Mechanical skills only
  • Financial management skills
  • Technical, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills (correct)

Where does Community Based Nursing (CBN) primarily provide care?

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What is the aim of School Health Nursing?

<p>Promoting the health of school personnel and students to improve learning outcomes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is not considered a developing field within CHN?

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What is the primary purpose of hospice home care?

<p>To provide comfort and improve the quality of life for terminally ill patients and support their families (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a service typically provided by home health care?

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What is the primary focus of faith community nursing?

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Which of the following is an example of entrepreneurship in nursing?

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What is a specialized subset of forensic nursing?

<p>Correctional nursing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of home care services?

<p>Providing nursing care to individuals and families in their own place of residence to minimize the effects of illness and disability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Occupational Health Nursing?

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Which aspect is emphasized by Community Mental Health Nursing?

<p>Confidential support for clients with mental health issues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of Comprehensive School Health Education?

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In the context of WHO's statement, which factor is essential for effective learning?

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What role does Student, Family, and Community Involvement play in schools?

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Which service falls under School Health Services?

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What is the main focus of Nursing Informatics?

<p>Using computer information systems in nursing practice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a Hospital Information System (HIS)?

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How does a Management Information System (MIS) benefit all levels of management?

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What are examples of Computer-Assisted Instruction mentioned in the text?

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How do MIS and HIS differ?

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Which statement best describes the core function of Information Technology?

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What is one potential application of computerized systems in Quality Assurance and Utilization Review?

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How can technology assist in Budget and Finance management in a healthcare institution?

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What is an essential function of Security devices, like readers that scan identification cards?

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How do computerized systems contribute to Accreditation processes in a healthcare institution?

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What is the benefit of utilizing technology in Nursing Research?

<p>Examining trends and proposing resource utilization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does technology impact Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, and Alarm Systems?

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Flashcards

Tech in Nursing

The use of technology in nursing, for tasks like heating, security, and alarm systems.

Computerized Billing

Efficient financial processes achieved through computerized billing and claims.

Budget Forecasting

Using software (like spreadsheets) to predict and plan future financial needs.

Quality Indices Systems

Systems that offer an overview of an institution's quality performance at any moment.

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Utilization Review

Analyzing trends to optimize the use of resources within a healthcare setting.

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Quality Indicators

Monitoring key metrics to ensure an institution meets required standards.

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Accreditation Database

A repository of guidelines, procedures, and records of employee achievements crucial for demonstrating standards.

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Adequate Staffing

Ensuring there are enough nurses with the right skills for the number of patients and their needs.

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Community Health Nursing (CHN)

Synthesizing nursing and public health practices to promote and preserve population health.

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CHN Scope

A broad area encompassing public health, school, and occupational health nursing.

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Public Health Nursing

Combining public health principles with nursing skills.

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Community-Based Nursing

Applying nursing care to individuals and families in their own living spaces.

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School Health Nursing

Promoting the well-being of students and staff within educational settings.

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Home Health Care

Offering nursing services to patients and families at home to lessen the effects of illness and disability.

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Hospice Home Care

Providing comfort and support to terminally ill patients and their families in their homes.

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Faith Community Nursing

Integrating spiritual support with nursing care within a faith community.

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Correctional Nursing

Specialized nursing within correctional facilities, focusing on inmates' specific health needs.

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Entrepreneurship in Nursing

Nurses starting and managing their own healthcare businesses.

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Health Promotion

Improving health for effective learning.

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Occupational Health Nursing

Helping workers manage stress in their jobs.

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Community Mental Health Nursing

Holistic care for people with mental health issues in community settings.

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Nursing Informatics

Using computer systems in nursing.

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School Nursing Services

Services such as treatment planning, medication management, and family support in schools.

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Recovery Model

A model focusing on recovery and support for individuals with mental health concerns.

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Caring Support

Providing caring and confidential assistance to Community Mental Health Nursing clients.

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Public Health Nursing Skills

Combining technical skills, interpersonal abilities, and analytical thinking to solve community health issues.

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Accreditation Standards

An approach that ensures policies and procedures are current, care standards are high, and staff achievements are tracked.

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CHN Aim

The practice of promoting population health through a combination of nursing expertise and public health strategies.

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Benefit of Community-Based Nursing

The practice of tending to patients' needs in their usual environments.

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Entrepreneurship Support

The act of encouraging nurses towards solo practices or health-related businesses.

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Study Notes

Nursing and Technology

  • Technology is used in various nursing fields, including heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and alarm systems.
  • Security devices, such as readers that scan identification cards and bar codes, are used in nursing.

Budget and Finance

  • Computerized billings and claims can be paid sooner, making the financial process more efficient.
  • Budget forecasting and planning can be done using a spreadsheet program.

Quality Assurance and Utilization Review

  • Computerized systems can provide a snapshot view of an institution's quality indices at any time.
  • Utilization review involves examining trends and proposing advantageous use of resources.

Accreditation

  • Quality indicators are monitored to ensure accreditation.
  • A database of policies and procedures, standards of care, and employee accomplishments is maintained.
  • Adequate staffing for the number and acuity of clients is ensured.

Community Health Nursing

  • Community Health Nursing (CHN) is the synthesis of nursing practice and public health practice applied to promoting and preserving the health of populations.
  • CHN is a broader and more general specialty area that encompasses subspecialties such as public health nursing, school nursing, occupational health nursing, and others.

Public Health Nursing

  • Public health nursing is the synthesis of public health and nursing practice.
  • It includes technical nursing, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills applied to health problems affecting the community.

Community-Based Nursing

  • Community-based nursing applies the nursing process to care for individuals, families, and groups in their own environments.

School Health Nursing

  • School health nursing aims to promote the health of school personnel and students.
  • Services include treatment planning, medication management, assessment, counseling, family support, education, and group support.

Home Health Care

  • Home health care provides nursing care to individuals and families in their own homes, aiming to minimize the effects of illness and disability.

Hospice Home Care

  • Hospice home care provides comfort and support to terminally ill individuals and their families, improving quality of life.

Faith Community Nursing

  • Faith community nursing combines spiritual care with nursing practice.
  • It is also known as parish nursing.

Correctional Nursing

  • Correctional nursing is a specialized subset of forensic nursing, requiring knowledge and understanding of the unique needs of clients.

Entrepreneurship in Nursing

  • Entrepreneurship in nursing encourages nurses to pursue independent practice and establish healthcare-related businesses.
  • Examples include child wellness clinics, maternity clinics, and wound care centers.

Health Promotion

  • Health promotion is essential for effective learning, as stated by the WHO (1997).
  • Comprehensive school health education includes nutrition services, physical education, and school health services.

Occupational Health Nursing

  • Occupational health nursing aims to assist workers in coping with actual and potential stresses related to their work and work environment.

Community Mental Health Nursing

  • Community mental health nursing provides holistic nursing services for people with mental health issues in a community setting.
  • The recovery model is used for care, and caring and confidential supports are provided to clients.

Nursing Informatics

  • Nursing informatics is the science of using computer information systems in nursing practice.
  • It includes information technology, management information systems, and hospital information systems.

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