Primary Health Care (PHC) Principles and Nursing Role

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What is the primary health care (PHC) principle that addresses most important problems in the community?

Forms the basis levels of health care

Determine the role of nurse in PHC

Identifying the most principle of PHC

Providing preventive, curative, and rehabilitative services (correct)

What is the primary level of contact between the individual and the health system?

Secondary health care

Community health care

Primary health care (correct)

Tertiary health care

What is the characteristic of primary health care that gives priority to those most in need?

Collaboration with other sectors

Scientifically sound

Universally accessible

Maximizes community and individual self-reliance and participation (correct)

What is the aspect of primary health care that is related to the care of the sick?

Care of the sick Signup and view all the answers

What is the level of health care that is provided by the primary health centers?

Primary health care Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of primary health care in relation to the community?

To maximize community and individual self-reliance and participation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a principle of primary health care?

Control fits of epileptic Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of community participation in primary health care?

It addresses health needs of the people Signup and view all the answers

Which sector is NOT typically involved in inter-sectoral collaboration for primary health care?

Industry Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of inter-sectoral collaboration in primary health care?

To coordinate health activities with other sectors Signup and view all the answers

Which level of community is most conducive to community participation?

Village or local level Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of community participation in primary health care?

To develop the capacity to contribute to community development Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of primary prevention in health care?

To decrease an individual's risk to disease Signup and view all the answers

What type of health care is provided by district hospitals?

Secondary health care Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of tertiary prevention in health care?

To restore or rehabilitate patients to an optimal level of functioning Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of primary health care?

Provision of clean water Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of secondary prevention in health care?

Early detection and prompt interventions to alleviate health problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of primary level of health care?

To manage a majority of prevailing health problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the core principle of equity in access to health care?

Individuals with more need should have more treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of an appropriate technology in health care?

It is scientifically valid and adaptable to local needs Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary condition for technology to be effective in health care?

Knowledgeable and skilled users, clear practice guidelines and policies Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of community development approaches in nursing?

Empowering communities to improve their health and wellbeing Signup and view all the answers

What is a key role of nursing in promoting public participation in health care?

Collaborating with other sectors and coordinating health services Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of equitable access to health care?

To improve health outcomes and reduce health inequities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of intersectoral coordination?

To ensure overall human development and economic development Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of integrating health services?

It removes areas of wastage and ensures efficient use of resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the first key principle of primary health care?

Ensuring that individuals with more compromised health conditions receive more health services Signup and view all the answers