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What is the primary purpose of community health nursing?
What is the primary purpose of community health nursing?
Which of the following is an example of a preventive health service in community health programs?
Which of the following is an example of a preventive health service in community health programs?
What does primary prevention involve in terms of disease status?
What does primary prevention involve in terms of disease status?
Which component exemplifies the 'health promotion' category in community health programs?
Which component exemplifies the 'health promotion' category in community health programs?
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What is the purpose of tertiary prevention in community health nursing?
What is the purpose of tertiary prevention in community health nursing?
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Which activity is an example of 'health protection' in community health programs?
Which activity is an example of 'health protection' in community health programs?
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What is the primary focus of primary prevention?
What is the primary focus of primary prevention?
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Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention?
Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention?
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What is the goal of tertiary prevention?
What is the goal of tertiary prevention?
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Which of the following is NOT a setting for community health practice?
Which of the following is NOT a setting for community health practice?
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What is the primary goal of secondary prevention?
What is the primary goal of secondary prevention?
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Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention?
Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention?
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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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Test your knowledge of the principles of community health nursing, including the recognized needs of individuals, families, and communities. Explore topics such as promoting and preserving population health, understanding agency objectives, and synthesizing knowledge from nursing and public health.
