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Health is mainly an issue of doctors, social services, and hospitals.
Health is mainly an issue of doctors, social services, and hospitals.
False
The goal of 'Health for all by 2000 AD' was set by the World Health Organization.
The goal of 'Health for all by 2000 AD' was set by the World Health Organization.
True
Formerly, health care was accessible to all those living near a hospital or a doctor.
Formerly, health care was accessible to all those living near a hospital or a doctor.
False
The number of trained ANMs in India was always more than sufficient to meet the health needs of the people.
The number of trained ANMs in India was always more than sufficient to meet the health needs of the people.
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The majority of people in India receive proper help when they are sick.
The majority of people in India receive proper help when they are sick.
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Community Health Nursing lays major emphasis on primary level ________________ and focuses on the entire community.
Community Health Nursing lays major emphasis on primary level ________________ and focuses on the entire community.
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Community Health Nursing is a synthesis of Nursing practice and ________________ practice applied in promoting and preserving the health of populations.
Community Health Nursing is a synthesis of Nursing practice and ________________ practice applied in promoting and preserving the health of populations.
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The training of ANMs in India was mainly conducted in the hospital environment.
The training of ANMs in India was mainly conducted in the hospital environment.
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The dominant responsibility of Community Health Nursing is to the ________________ as a whole.
The dominant responsibility of Community Health Nursing is to the ________________ as a whole.
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Ayurveda, by definition, implies 'Knowledge of ________________'.
Ayurveda, by definition, implies 'Knowledge of ________________'.
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According to some authorities, medical knowledge in the Atharvaveda gradually developed into the ________________.
According to some authorities, medical knowledge in the Atharvaveda gradually developed into the ________________.
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In the Indus Valley Civilization, evidence of well-developed environmental sanitation programs such as arrangements for good water supply and underground drainages are found dating back to around ________________.
In the Indus Valley Civilization, evidence of well-developed environmental sanitation programs such as arrangements for good water supply and underground drainages are found dating back to around ________________.
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Atreya, acknowledged as the first great Indian Physician and Teacher, lived around ________________ BC.
Atreya, acknowledged as the first great Indian Physician and Teacher, lived around ________________ BC.
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Susruta is acknowledged as the father of ________________ Surgery.
Susruta is acknowledged as the father of ________________ Surgery.
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Medical education was introduced in the ancient Universities of ________________ and Nalanda.
Medical education was introduced in the ancient Universities of ________________ and Nalanda.
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During the Buddha period, the hospital system was ________________.
During the Buddha period, the hospital system was ________________.
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What is the main focus of community health nursing?
What is the main focus of community health nursing?
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During which historical period was the hospital system prevalent in India?
During which historical period was the hospital system prevalent in India?
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What does Ayurveda imply by definition?
What does Ayurveda imply by definition?
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Who is acknowledged as the first great Indian Physician and Teacher?
Who is acknowledged as the first great Indian Physician and Teacher?
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Which historical period saw evidence of well-developed environmental sanitation programs in India?
Which historical period saw evidence of well-developed environmental sanitation programs in India?
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What is the dominant responsibility of Community Health Nursing?
What is the dominant responsibility of Community Health Nursing?
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During which period was the hospital system developed?
During which period was the hospital system developed?
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Who is acknowledged as the first great Indian Physician and Teacher?
Who is acknowledged as the first great Indian Physician and Teacher?
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What does Ayurveda imply by definition?
What does Ayurveda imply by definition?
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Where was medical education introduced in ancient times?
Where was medical education introduced in ancient times?
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According to some authorities, medical knowledge in the Atharvaveda gradually developed into the ________________.
According to some authorities, medical knowledge in the Atharvaveda gradually developed into the ________________.
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Who is acknowledged as the father of Indian Surgery?
Who is acknowledged as the father of Indian Surgery?
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Which medical systems are of truly Indian origin and development?
Which medical systems are of truly Indian origin and development?
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Study Notes
Health Care in India
- The goal of 'Health for all by 2000 AD' was set by the World Health Organization.
Community Health Nursing
- Community Health Nursing lays major emphasis on primary level care and focuses on the entire community.
- It is a synthesis of Nursing practice and social practice applied in promoting and preserving the health of populations.
- The dominant responsibility of Community Health Nursing is to the community as a whole.
History of Medicine in India
- Ayurveda implies 'Knowledge of Life' by definition.
- Medical knowledge in the Atharvaveda gradually developed into Ayurveda.
- Evidence of well-developed environmental sanitation programs such as arrangements for good water supply and underground drainages are found in the Indus Valley Civilization dating back to around 3000 BC.
- Atreya, acknowledged as the first great Indian Physician and Teacher, lived around 500 BC.
- Susruta is acknowledged as the father of Indian Surgery.
- Medical education was introduced in the ancient Universities of Takshashila and Nalanda.
- During the Buddha period, the hospital system was prevalent in India.
Key Facts
- The number of trained ANMs in India was always more than sufficient to meet the health needs of the people.
- The training of ANMs in India was mainly conducted in the hospital environment.
- The main focus of community health nursing is primary level care and the entire community.
- The hospital system was prevalent in India during the Buddha period.
- Ayurveda implies 'Knowledge of Life' by definition.
- Atreya is acknowledged as the first great Indian Physician and Teacher.
- The Indus Valley Civilization saw evidence of well-developed environmental sanitation programs dating back to around 3000 BC.
- The dominant responsibility of Community Health Nursing is to the community as a whole.
- Medical education was introduced in the ancient Universities of Takshashila and Nalanda.
- Susruta is acknowledged as the father of Indian Surgery.
- Ayurveda and Indian Surgery are medical systems of truly Indian origin and development.
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Learn about the historical development of community health nursing in India, presented by Harsh Rastogi, M.Sc. Nursing 1st year at K.G.M.U. I.O.N. Explore the evolution of healthcare and the goal of 'Health for all by 2000 AD' set by the World Health Organization.
