NCM 113 Community Health Nursing II
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What is a key focus of community health nursing as stated in the learning outcomes?

  • Articulating the distinctions between community health nursing and public health nursing (correct)
  • Defining hospital administration principles
  • Developing new medications for chronic diseases
  • Understanding the role of government in health care

Which theoretical model is specifically designed for health promotion in community health nursing?

  • Lawrence Green’s PRECEDE-PROCEED MODEL
  • Milio’s Framework for Prevention
  • Health Belief Model
  • Nola Pender’s Health Promotion (correct)

What is one of the characteristics of a healthy community?

  • Limited community engagement
  • Frequent health crises
  • High pollution levels
  • Access to healthcare services (correct)

Which factor is most likely to affect the health of a community?

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What role does a community health nurse typically NOT engage in?

<p>Performing major surgical procedures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary goals of community mental health nursing?

<p>Decreasing health-related effects of a stressful lifestyle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of a community mental health nurse?

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What is the primary focus of hospice home care?

<p>To render care for terminally ill patients (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Entreprenurse project aims to address which of the following issues?

<p>Reduce healthcare costs for the indigent population (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of community is defined by both natural and man-made boundaries?

<p>Geopolitical community (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of a healthy community?

<p>Isolation from outside influences (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes a phenomenological community?

<p>It is based on shared identities and values. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one aim of community health nursing?

<p>To educate communities on health promotion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a school nurse?

<p>To ensure educational potential isn't affected by unmet health needs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the school nurse?

<p>Long-term planning for student housing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to R.A. 1054, when must an occupational nurse be employed?

<p>When there are 30-100 employees and the workplace is more than 1km from a health center (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a focus of community mental health nursing?

<p>Providing rehabilitation and nursing care during mental illness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of hazards does occupational health nursing address?

<p>Physical, chemical, biological, mechanical, and psychosocial hazards (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main missions of occupational health nursing?

<p>To assure safe and healthful working conditions for all workers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles does NOT belong to the school nurse?

<p>Organizing employee training programs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of the occupational health nurse's role?

<p>Maintaining a reporting and records system for health services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Community Health Nursing (CHN)

Branch of nursing that focuses on improving the health of populations by promoting health and preventing disease in communities. It emphasizes accessibility, availability, and a holistic approach to care.

Health Promotion

Activities aimed at enabling people to increase control over their well-being to improve outcomes. It involves educating individuals and communities about healthy behaviors and encouraging positive lifestyle choices.

Disease Prevention

Measures taken to stop diseases from developing or spreading. These include vaccinations, screenings, and early detection of health problems.

Accessibility in CHN

Ensuring that healthcare services are readily reachable and available to all members of the community, regardless of their location, socioeconomic status, or other factors.

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Availability in CHN

Meaning there are enough healthcare resources, facilities, and professionals available within a community to meet the population's health needs.

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Holistic Approach in CHN

Considering all aspects of a person's health, including physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. This emphasizes the interconnectedness of these factors and their impact on overall health.

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Health Belief Model (HBM)

Explains why people make decisions regarding their health behaviors based on their perceptions of susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers, cues to action, and self-efficacy.

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Nola Pender's Health Promotion Theory

Suggests that health behaviors are influenced by individual factors like perceived benefits, self-efficacy, and commitment to action, as well as social and environmental factors.

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School Health Nursing

Focuses on the health and well-being of students, including health surveys, establishing school clinics, conducting comprehensive health assessments, and responding to emergencies.

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Occupational Health Nursing

Aims to maintain the health of workers in different occupations by addressing occupational hazards and promoting workplace safety and health.

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Community Mental Health Nursing

Focuses on mental health promotion, prevention of mental disorders, and providing treatment and support to those with mental health needs.

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Home Health Care

Provides nursing care in patients' homes under doctor's orders, aiming to minimize the impact of illness and disability.

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Hospice Home Care

Specializes in providing care and support to terminally ill patients and their families in their homes, focusing on comfort and symptom management.

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Phenomenological Community

Characterized by shared experiences, interactions, and a sense of belonging among its members. It's defined by the relationships and interactions within the group.

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Geopolitical Community

A community defined by geographical boundaries and political structures. It's a group of people living in a particular area and governed by the same laws and regulations.

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Healthy Community Characteristics

Key features include a strong sense of community, shared values, resilience, and the ability to adapt to changes.

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Community Health Needs Assessment

A systematic process used by CHN to collect and analyze information about a community's health status, resources, and needs. This helps identify priority health concerns and plan interventions.

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Public Health Education

A crucial component of community health nursing that involves informing and educating the public about health topics, healthy practices, and disease prevention.

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Entreprenurse

An innovative initiative promoting nurse entrepreneurship within home healthcare, aiming to reduce healthcare costs for low-income families and create job opportunities for nurses.

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Study Notes

Community Health Nursing Concepts

  • Community health nursing (CHN) encompasses care directed toward improving the health of populations.
  • Defined by underlying philosophies and principles that prioritize health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Features of CHN include accessibility, availability, and a holistic approach.
  • Various theoretical models guide practice, such as the Health Belief Model and Nola Pender’s Health Promotion Theory.
  • Distinct fields within CHN include school health nursing, occupational health nursing, community mental health nursing, and home health care.

Concept of the Community

  • Communities can be categorized into phenomenological (interaction-focused) and geopolitical (territorial) types.
  • Healthy communities are characterized by shared values, empowerment, and the ability to cope with change.
  • Components of a community affect health, including demographics, resources, and social structures.
  • Community health nurses play vital roles in assessing health needs, educating the public, and coordinating health services.

Health Statistics and Epidemiology

  • Tools for health statistics include surveys, health records, and epidemiological studies.
  • The Philippine health situation is monitored through collected data on diseases and health outcomes.
  • Nurses utilize epidemiology for planning care, influencing policy, and addressing community health issues.

Different Fields of Community Health Nursing

School Health Nursing

  • Focuses on promoting the health and wellness of the school population.
  • Functions include health surveys, establishing clinics, conducting comprehensive assessments, and emergency response.
  • Engages in health education and communicates with families about students' health needs.

Occupational Health Nursing

  • Aims to maintain the health of workers in various occupations.
  • Governed by laws such as R.A. 1054, which mandates health services in workplaces with a specific employee range.
  • Addresses occupational hazards across various categories like physical, chemical, and psychosocial factors.

Community Mental Health Nursing

  • Focuses on mental health promotion and the prevention of disorders.
  • Functions include treatment planning, medication management, counseling, and family support.

Home Health Care

  • Delivers nursing care in individuals’ homes, aiming to minimize illness and disability impacts.
  • Supports recovery and enhances patients' quality of life through direct care.

Hospice Home Care

  • Provides care for terminally ill patients to improve their quality of life and support families.
  • Emphasizes palliative care principles that prioritize comfort and symptom management.

Entreprenurse

  • A collaborative initiative to promote nurse entrepreneurship within home healthcare.
  • Goals include reducing healthcare costs for low-income populations and creating job opportunities for nurses.

Characteristics of a Healthy Community

  • Strong sense of community reflected in shared history and values.
  • Resilience in coping with challenges, problem-solving, and conflict management.

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This quiz covers key concepts in Community Health Nursing II, including definitions, principles, features, and the various theoretical models. It also explores the concept of the community, its types, characteristics, and the factors that affect community health. Test your understanding of these essential topics in community health nursing.

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