Principles of Community Health Nursing Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of community health nursing?

  • Implementing public health measures within communities (correct)
  • Conducting research on new nursing techniques
  • Providing individualized care to patients
  • Advocating for policy changes in healthcare

Which of the following is an example of a preventive health service in community health programs?

  • Rehabilitation services
  • Control of high blood pressure (correct)
  • Management of diabetes
  • Treatment for chronic diseases

What does primary prevention involve in terms of disease status?

  • Managing symptoms of a diagnosed illness
  • Addressing asymptomatic diseases
  • Preventing the onset of a disease (correct)
  • Providing end-of-life care

Which component exemplifies the 'health promotion' category in community health programs?

<p>Reduction of alcohol and drug abuse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of tertiary prevention in community health nursing?

<p>Minimizing possible disability and impairment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is an example of 'health protection' in community health programs?

<p>Fluoridation of community water supplies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of primary prevention?

<p>Avoiding the development of diseases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention?

<p>Performing breast self-examinations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of tertiary prevention?

<p>Reducing the severity and complications of existing diseases (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a setting for community health practice?

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What is the primary goal of secondary prevention?

<p>Early detection and treatment of existing health problems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention?

<p>Participating in a post-mastectomy exercise program (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Purpose of Community Health Nursing?

Implementing public health measures within communities.

Preventive Health Service Example?

Actions aimed at controlling high blood pressure.

Primary Prevention?

Preventing the initial onset of a disease.

Example of 'Health Promotion'?

Efforts aimed at reducing alcohol and drug abuse.

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Purpose of Tertiary Prevention?

Minimizing possible disability and impairment from existing conditions.

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Example of 'Health Protection'?

Addition of fluoride to community water supplies.

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Primary Focus of Primary Prevention?

Avoiding the development of diseases through risk reduction.

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Secondary Prevention example?

Conducting regular breast self-exams.

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Goal of Tertiary Prevention?

Reducing the severity and complications of existing diseases.

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Primary Goal of Secondary Prevention?

Early detection and treatment of existing health problems.

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Example of Tertiary Prevention?

Participating in a post-mastectomy exercise program.

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Study Notes

Community Health Nursing

  • The primary purpose of community health nursing is to promote and preserve the health of populations.

Preventive Health Services

  • Examples of preventive health services in community health programs include health education, screenings, and immunizations.

Levels of Prevention

  • Primary prevention involves preventing disease or health problems before they occur.
  • Secondary prevention involves early detection and treatment of disease or health problems.
  • Tertiary prevention involves rehabilitation and restoration of optimal functioning for individuals with existing disease or health problems.

Health Promotion and Protection

  • Health promotion in community health programs involves education, advocacy, and empowerment to promote healthy behaviors and lifestyles.
  • Health protection in community health programs involves policies, laws, and regulations to protect the health and safety of populations.

Focus and Goals of Prevention

  • The primary focus of primary prevention is on preventing disease or health problems before they occur.
  • The primary goal of secondary prevention is to reduce the progression of disease or health problems.
  • The goal of tertiary prevention is to improve quality of life and reduce disability for individuals with existing disease or health problems.

Community Health Practice Settings

  • Community health practice settings include homes, schools, workplaces, and community centers, but NOT hospitals.

Examples of Prevention

  • Examples of secondary prevention include screening for breast cancer and hypertension.
  • Examples of tertiary prevention include rehabilitation programs for individuals with heart disease or stroke.

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