Public Health Nursing Overview
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Public Health Nursing Overview

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What is the primary vision for the health services delivery by 2040?

  • To reduce health care costs for all citizens.
  • To make Filipinos the healthiest people in Asia. (correct)
  • To ensure universal healthcare coverage.
  • To improve the quality of healthcare by 2030.

    • Which of the following best describes the mission of the health system?

  • To develop an equitable and people-centered health system. (correct)
  • To reduce the number of health workers in local facilities.
  • To ensure every citizen receives free health services.
  • To privatize health facilities for better service delivery.

    • What is meant by the term 'Devolved' in the context of the health system?

  • Power and resources transferred to local governments. (correct)
  • The establishment of new national health policies.
  • Health facilities privatized to improve efficiency.
  • Centralized services managed by provincial authorities.

    • Which aspect is essential to deliver comprehensive health services according to the information provided?

    <p>Collaboration among various health facilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is good governance related to health system performance?

    <p>It can enhance health system performance at multiple levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of community health nursing?

    <p>Promoting health of the community as a whole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does public health nursing integrate social assistance?

    <p>By combining nursing skills with public health practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines public health according to Dr. C.E. Winslow?

    <p>The prevention of diseases and prolonging life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does public health nursing play within the community?

    <p>It serves as part of the overall public health program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best represents a misconception about the scope of community health nursing?

    <p>It focuses exclusively on the health of specific individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of care is primarily provided at Barangay Health Stations?

    <p>Primary health care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of Primary Health Care focuses on managing nutritional needs?

    <p>Nutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do Rural Health Midwives primarily fulfill in health care?

    <p>Educating the community about health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key feature of Secondary Level of Care?

    <p>Serves as a referral center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of Community Hospitals?

    <p>Deliver primary health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main objectives of the local health system?

    <p>Upgrade the health care management of local facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Expanded Program on Immunization aim to address?

    <p>Local endemic diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT considered one of the cornerstones of Primary Health Care?

    <p>Private health sector involvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ideal population size for an efficient health district?

    <p>100,000 to 500,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a role of intermediate level health workers?

    <p>General medical practitioners or their assistants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who typically plays a role in traditional healing within primary health care?

    <p>Traditional healers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the inter-local health system?

    <p>It is similar to a district health system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'clear boundaries' in the context of inter-local health zones?

    <p>Determining accountability and responsibility of health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which government action adopted the concept of primary health care in the Philippines?

    <p>Letter of Instruction 949</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the underlying theme of the health care strategy implemented in 1979?

    <p>Health in the Hands of the People by 2020</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the private sector have in the local health system?

    <p>It fosters collaboration in health service delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes tertiary care in health services?

    <p>Rendered by specialists in health facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention?

    <p>Breast-Self Examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function of a community health nurse involves determining the effectiveness of actions taken?

    <p>Evaluating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which health service example would tertiary care most likely be utilized?

    <p>Complicated cases requiring specialized treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of primary prevention?

    <p>Health promotion and disease prevention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the organizing function in community health management?

    <p>Implementing plans to achieve goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which prevention category includes efforts to restore optimum functioning after illness?

    <p>Tertiary Prevention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements correctly relates to the controlling function of a community health nurse?

    <p>It measures and corrects activities to meet established standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Community Health and Public Health Nursing

    • Community health nursing blends nursing practice with public health principles to enhance population health.
    • Focuses on promoting, preserving, and improving health within communities, involving care for individuals, families, and groups.
    • Public health, according to Dr. C.E Winslow, encompasses disease prevention, life prolongation, and overall health improvement.

    Vision and Mission

    • Vision: Filipinos aim to be among the healthiest in Southeast Asia by 2022, and Asia by 2040.
    • Mission: To develop a resilient, equitable, and people-centered health system at national and local levels.

    Local Health System

    • Governed by RA 7160, which devolves structures, personnel, and budgets to local government units for health service delivery.
    • Objectives include establishing local health systems, upgrading management capabilities, promoting inter-local linkages, and encouraging private and NGO participation.
    • An Inter-Local Health System promotes quality healthcare through collaboration among local government units.

    Primary Health Care (PHC)

    • Adopted via Letter of Instruction (LOI) 949, aiming for community-based health services accessible to all.
    • Emphasizes health in the hands of the people through partnerships and empowerment.
    • Components include education, disease control, immunization, maternal and child health, nutrition, and sanitation.

    Levels of Health Care

    • Primary Care involves health services at the city and municipal levels, including health centers and barangay stations.
    • Secondary Care functions as a referral center, offering minor surgeries and basic health training.
    • Tertiary Care is provided by specialists in advanced health facilities for complex cases and intensive care needs.

    Levels of Prevention

    • Primary Prevention targets health promotion and disease prevention (e.g., immunization, healthy lifestyle).
    • Secondary Prevention focuses on early disease detection and treatment (e.g., breast self-examination, diagnostic tests).
    • Tertiary Prevention involves rehabilitation to restore optimal functioning and prevent further disability.

    Management Functions of Community Health Nurse

    • Planning: Involves establishing future goals and determining necessary actions to achieve them.
    • Organizing: Implements planning by analyzing systems, functions, and job responsibilities.
    • Directing: Communicates organization’s planning and objectives to healthcare workers.
    • Coordinating: Links healthcare team members to enhance collaboration and achieve objectives.
    • Controlling: Measures and corrects activities to ensure objectives are met, establishing performance standards and correcting deviations.

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    This quiz explores the essential aspects of public health nursing, a unique field that merges nursing with public health and social assistance. Delve into the key practices, skills, and concepts necessary for effective community health management according to the World Health Organization.

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