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What is the primary focus of Public Health Nursing?
Which of the following is a key activity of Community Health Nursing?
Public Health Nursing targets specific groups within larger populations.
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What role do nurses play in Public Health Nursing?
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The key focus areas of Community Health Nursing include maternal and child health, school health, and _____ health.
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Which of the following is an example of a Public Health Nursing initiative?
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Which aspect describes the approach of Community Health Nursing?
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What is the target population of Community Health Nursing?
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Study Notes
Public Health Nursing
- Focuses on the health of populations
- Aims to prevent disease, prolong life, and promote health through organized efforts
- Uses a population-based approach, tackling health issues at the community or global level
- Key activities include surveillance, policy development, health education, and program implementation
- Operates in government agencies, non-profits, and international organizations
- Covers a broad range of public health issues and populations
Community Health Nursing
- Focuses on the health of individuals and communities
- Aims to promote health, prevent disease, and maintain health within a community setting
- Uses an individual and community-focused approach, addressing the specific health needs of populations
- Key activities include direct care, health education, community assessments, and advocacy
- Operates in local health departments, schools, community clinics, and homes
- Often focuses on specific communities or population groups
Community Health Nursing in the Philippines
- The history of community health nursing reflects the country's broader social, economic, and medical trends
- Spanish Colonial Period (1565-1898): healthcare was mainly provided by religious orders, particularly the Franciscans and Dominicans
- American Colonial Period (1898-1946): the American government introduced modern healthcare practices and established the Bureau of Health, which later became the Department of Health
- Post-World War II: The need for community health services grew due to the war's impact, leading to the establishment of rural health units and the integration of community health nursing into the Philippine healthcare system
- Present-day: Community health nursing continues to evolve, addressing current health challenges like infectious diseases, maternal and child health, and non-communicable diseases
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Explore the key concepts of Public and Community Health Nursing in this quiz. The focus includes health promotion, disease prevention, and the various roles nurses play in both community and population settings. Understand the differences and similarities between these two essential nursing practices.
