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What is the primary reason for a public health nurse to carry a public health bag during home visits?
What is the primary reason for a public health nurse to carry a public health bag during home visits?
- To collect data for health surveys
- To provide companionship to the client
- To distribute educational materials
- To have all medications and articles needed for care (correct)
Which of the following best describes the 'bag technique' principle related to infection control?
Which of the following best describes the 'bag technique' principle related to infection control?
- It encourages nurses to use the bag technique minimally to prevent confusion.
- It permits the reuse of contaminated items from the bag to save time.
- It aims to minimize or totally prevent the spread of infection. (correct)
- It requires that the contents of the bag be shared among multiple clients.
Which action should the nurse prioritize to maintain the hygiene of the public health bag and its contents?
Which action should the nurse prioritize to maintain the hygiene of the public health bag and its contents?
- Store the bag in a patient's room for easy access.
- Ensure that the bag is visually appealing.
- Use all items in the bag before any cleaning.
- Clean and replace supplies regularly. (correct)
What is a key consideration regarding the arrangement of items in the public health bag?
What is a key consideration regarding the arrangement of items in the public health bag?
How should a public health nurse regard the contents of the public health bag in relation to items belonging to the patient?
How should a public health nurse regard the contents of the public health bag in relation to items belonging to the patient?
What should be done to minimize contamination of the public health bag and its contents?
What should be done to minimize contamination of the public health bag and its contents?
What does the 'bag technique' primarily save in the context of nursing procedures?
What does the 'bag technique' primarily save in the context of nursing procedures?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the contents of the public health bag?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the contents of the public health bag?
Which category of intervention seeks to expand positive potential for health rather than focusing on disease?
Which category of intervention seeks to expand positive potential for health rather than focusing on disease?
Which of the following best describes the goal of preventive intervention?
Which of the following best describes the goal of preventive intervention?
What is the primary purpose of rehabilitative intervention in nursing?
What is the primary purpose of rehabilitative intervention in nursing?
Which tool is suggested for effective nursing care during home visits?
Which tool is suggested for effective nursing care during home visits?
Which type of family nurse contact involves direct interaction with the family in their home environment?
Which type of family nurse contact involves direct interaction with the family in their home environment?
What aspect of the evaluation process in family nursing is crucial for ensuring effective care plans?
What aspect of the evaluation process in family nursing is crucial for ensuring effective care plans?
In public health nursing, which organization is considered a local government unit?
In public health nursing, which organization is considered a local government unit?
What is the primary focus of curative intervention in nursing?
What is the primary focus of curative intervention in nursing?
Which concept is NOT aligned with the idea of promotive health behavior?
Which concept is NOT aligned with the idea of promotive health behavior?
Which type of family nurse contact would primarily utilize written forms of communication?
Which type of family nurse contact would primarily utilize written forms of communication?
What is the primary reason for thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting the bag used for communicable cases?
What is the primary reason for thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting the bag used for communicable cases?
Which of the following is NOT included in the contents of the bag for nursing use?
Which of the following is NOT included in the contents of the bag for nursing use?
Which type of family-nurse contact is considered the least costly for the nurse?
Which type of family-nurse contact is considered the least costly for the nurse?
In which scenario is written communication most effective?
In which scenario is written communication most effective?
Which type of contact is most beneficial for assessing family environments and competencies?
Which type of contact is most beneficial for assessing family environments and competencies?
What is the main advantage of using a group conference for family health education?
What is the main advantage of using a group conference for family health education?
What type of solution is NOT mentioned in the bag's contents?
What type of solution is NOT mentioned in the bag's contents?
What is a significant drawback of home visits for nurses?
What is a significant drawback of home visits for nurses?
Telephone conferences can be most beneficial for what purpose?
Telephone conferences can be most beneficial for what purpose?
Which of the following types of items is specifically designed for waste management in nursing?
Which of the following types of items is specifically designed for waste management in nursing?
What primary services does a Barangay Health Station (BHS) provide?
What primary services does a Barangay Health Station (BHS) provide?
What is the primary role of Local Government Units (LGUs)?
What is the primary role of Local Government Units (LGUs)?
Which organization is primarily responsible for social protection and poverty-reduction solutions?
Which organization is primarily responsible for social protection and poverty-reduction solutions?
What is the main responsibility of the National Nutrition Council (NNC)?
What is the main responsibility of the National Nutrition Council (NNC)?
How are Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) characterized in their functions?
How are Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) characterized in their functions?
Which of the following best describes the relationship of the Commission on Population (POPCOM) to population activities?
Which of the following best describes the relationship of the Commission on Population (POPCOM) to population activities?
In what capacity do Local Government Units generally operate?
In what capacity do Local Government Units generally operate?
What is the primary function of Barangay Health Stations in emergency situations?
What is the primary function of Barangay Health Stations in emergency situations?
What distinguishes civic organizations from other types of organizations?
What distinguishes civic organizations from other types of organizations?
How does the definition of a religious organization vary across states?
How does the definition of a religious organization vary across states?
What is the primary aim of NGOs as described?
What is the primary aim of NGOs as described?
What type of evaluation occurs during the implementation of a care plan?
What type of evaluation occurs during the implementation of a care plan?
Which evaluation type is done at specific time intervals to assess progress?
Which evaluation type is done at specific time intervals to assess progress?
What does Terminal Evaluation specifically assess?
What does Terminal Evaluation specifically assess?
What characterizes the mission of civic organizations?
What characterizes the mission of civic organizations?
What common misconception might people have about NGOs?
What common misconception might people have about NGOs?
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Study Notes
Implementing Family Care Plan
- Family care plans focus on promotion, prevention, curative, and rehabilitative interventions.
- Promotive care enhances well-being and health potential; it is not disease-oriented.
- Preventive care aims to avoid illness or injury; it actively seeks to detect issues early.
- Curative interventions provide treatment, including basic first aid and community care.
- Rehabilitative efforts assist clients in restoring functionality in various life areas.
Tools of Public Health Nursing
- The PHN bag contains essential medications and supplies for effective home nursing care.
- Proper use of the bag technique minimizes infection spread and enhances nursing efficiency.
- Contents of the bag include scissors, forceps, syringes, sterile dressings, and various solutions.
Types of Family-Nurse Contact
- Clinical visits occur when clients visit health facilities, facilitating equipment use and team consultations.
- Home visits, while time-consuming, provide in-depth assessments of family dynamics and environments.
- Group conferences gather multiple individuals for health discussions, requiring less effort than home visits.
- Telephone and written communications are effective for quick updates and families who are independent and motivated.
Inter-professional Care in the Community
- Rural Health Units provide basic health care, maternal and child health, immunizations, and health education.
- Local Government Units manage and administer services related to community development and health.
- Various government organizations, including the National Nutrition Council, facilitate nutrition planning and population policies.
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) operate independently to address social issues and offer a range of services.
Evaluation of Family Nursing Care
- Evaluation methods include ongoing, intermittent, and terminal evaluations to assess health status and care effectiveness.
- Ongoing evaluation allows for immediate adjustments to interventions.
- Intermittent evaluation tracks progress over time and corrects deficiencies in the care plan.
- Terminal evaluation focuses on client's condition upon discharge and their ability to manage follow-up care.
Example Case
- Health deficit due to undiagnosed diarrhea related to consumption of contaminated food emphasizes the need for thorough nursing assessment and intervention.
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