Nursing Fundamentals

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an aggregate in community health nursing?

Individuals with no health issues (correct)

Pregnant adolescents

School-age children

Older adults

Which component is NOT part of the nursing process utilized in community health nursing?

Assessment

Evaluation

Medication administration (correct)

Planning

How does community health nursing apply the concept of epidemiology?

Both are used interchangeably in an integrative approach (correct)

Epidemiology focuses on individual patient care only

Epidemiology is used solely for academic research

It is ignored in community health practices

Which of the following nursing care types is NOT included in the comprehensive care provided by community health nursing?

Surgical care Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of the intervention in community health nursing?

To maintain wellness and prevent illness Signup and view all the answers

Community health nursing targets which of the following groups?

All segments of the community, including high-risk groups Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following characteristics define aggregates in community health nursing?

Subpopulations with common characteristics related to health risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the key mission shared between community health nursing and epidemiology?

To employ assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation processes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nursing Overview

Nursing is a scientific discipline focused on delivering comprehensive care that includes preventive, curative, and rehabilitative services.
Care is provided to individuals, families, groups, and communities facing common health needs and challenges.

Aggregates

Aggregates refer to subpopulations within a larger population sharing specific characteristics.
Common characteristics often include a heightened risk for particular health issues.
Examples of aggregates include:
- School-age children
- Individuals with HIV infection
- Pregnant adolescents
- Older adults

Community Health Nursing (CHN)

CHN is a specialized branch of nursing aimed at providing holistic care to individuals, families, groups, and communities.
The goal is to meet specific needs and address problems through comprehensive nursing processes.
CHN emphasizes maintaining wellness and preventing illness.

Nursing Process and Epidemiology

Community health integrates the nursing process with epidemiology for effective health interventions.
The nursing process consists of key steps: assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.

Mission of Community Health Nursing

The main mission of community health nursing is to enhance population health.
Focus areas include:
- Health promotion
- Illness prevention
- Protection from biological, behavioral, social, and environmental threats.

Description

Explore the essentials of nursing practice, focusing on the comprehensive care provided to individuals, families, and communities. This quiz covers the concepts of aggregates and the specific needs of distinct populations at risk for health issues.