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Which of the following options is NOT considered a type of record in public health?
Which of the following options is NOT considered a type of record in public health?
- Events such as births, illness, deaths
- Written data on home visit
- Analysis of a problem situation (correct)
- Clinic consultation
Which example below is NOT a report in public health nursing?
Which example below is NOT a report in public health nursing?
- Accomplishments and failures of services
- Description of a program and planned services
- Client information and profile (correct)
- Summary of services delivered
Which combination of information is typically found in an individual clinical record?
Which combination of information is typically found in an individual clinical record?
- Socio-demographic characteristics, Patient’s chief complaint, Prescription of drugs (correct)
- Socio-demographic characteristics, Physical Examination findings, Attendance to community settings
- Physical Examination findings, Frequency of clinic check up, Attendance to community settings
- Patient’s chief complaint, Prescription of drugs, Frequency of clinic check up
What is the FIRST part of the Family Service and Progress Record (FSPR)?
What is the FIRST part of the Family Service and Progress Record (FSPR)?
Which of the following identifies a family's NURSING PROBLEM?
Which of the following identifies a family's NURSING PROBLEM?
What is a primary reason for the need for supervision in public health nursing?
What is a primary reason for the need for supervision in public health nursing?
Which of the following is a key element to be included in the supervisory plan for midwives?
Which of the following is a key element to be included in the supervisory plan for midwives?
In the context of public health records, which would NOT typically be recorded?
In the context of public health records, which would NOT typically be recorded?
Which characteristic would Nurse Sisa MOST likely display in her understanding of population-focused practice?
Which characteristic would Nurse Sisa MOST likely display in her understanding of population-focused practice?
What is the BEST opportunity for nurses like Nurse Sisa to enhance population-focused care?
What is the BEST opportunity for nurses like Nurse Sisa to enhance population-focused care?
What is the appropriate approach for a community/public health nurse when balancing individual privacy with community safety needs?
What is the appropriate approach for a community/public health nurse when balancing individual privacy with community safety needs?
Which statement about informed consent is TRUE?
Which statement about informed consent is TRUE?
What should the nurse's initial course of action be when a client’s family wants to disregard the client’s living will regarding artificial life support?
What should the nurse's initial course of action be when a client’s family wants to disregard the client’s living will regarding artificial life support?
Which of the following actions BEST supports a nurse in providing effective community health interventions?
Which of the following actions BEST supports a nurse in providing effective community health interventions?
In terms of ethical nursing practices, how should a nurse approach patient advocacy when faced with end-of-life decisions?
In terms of ethical nursing practices, how should a nurse approach patient advocacy when faced with end-of-life decisions?
What role do community assessments play in public health nursing?
What role do community assessments play in public health nursing?
Which factors may lead to a conflict between personal and organizational goals?
Which factors may lead to a conflict between personal and organizational goals?
Which method is least appropriate for Ms. Mahilom to gather information regarding the supervisory needs of the midwives?
Which method is least appropriate for Ms. Mahilom to gather information regarding the supervisory needs of the midwives?
Which factor is NOT taken into account by Ms. Mahilom when prioritizing supervisory needs?
Which factor is NOT taken into account by Ms. Mahilom when prioritizing supervisory needs?
What is NOT expected of Ms. Mahilom during the supervisory visit?
What is NOT expected of Ms. Mahilom during the supervisory visit?
Which indicator is least relevant for Ms. Mahilom when evaluating the outcomes after setting objectives?
Which indicator is least relevant for Ms. Mahilom when evaluating the outcomes after setting objectives?
Which core public health function is Nurse Sisa implementing by collecting data on the health status of the population?
Which core public health function is Nurse Sisa implementing by collecting data on the health status of the population?
What type of data does Nurse Sisa collect when noting the number of individuals aged 25 or older with less than a high school education?
What type of data does Nurse Sisa collect when noting the number of individuals aged 25 or older with less than a high school education?
In community engagement, who is Nurse Sisa most likely to interact with?
In community engagement, who is Nurse Sisa most likely to interact with?
What is the primary reason for ensuring transportation for older adults in rural areas?
What is the primary reason for ensuring transportation for older adults in rural areas?
Which patient is most likely to require long-term nursing management?
Which patient is most likely to require long-term nursing management?
Which objective of assessment by a public health nurse is least likely included?
Which objective of assessment by a public health nurse is least likely included?
What method of data collection provides the most comprehensive health data for community assessment?
What method of data collection provides the most comprehensive health data for community assessment?
When assessing the healthcare needs of elderly individuals in rural areas, which factor is most critical?
When assessing the healthcare needs of elderly individuals in rural areas, which factor is most critical?
What is a common challenge in managing care for patients with chronic conditions?
What is a common challenge in managing care for patients with chronic conditions?
Which of the following statements reflects a concept of community diagnosis?
Which of the following statements reflects a concept of community diagnosis?
In community health assessment, which aspect is least prioritized?
In community health assessment, which aspect is least prioritized?
Which source provides the MOST accurate set of data?
Which source provides the MOST accurate set of data?
An analysis that examines the social, economic, environmental, and political factors influencing health is categorized as:
An analysis that examines the social, economic, environmental, and political factors influencing health is categorized as:
Which criterion relates to the probability of reducing, controlling, or eradicating a health issue?
Which criterion relates to the probability of reducing, controlling, or eradicating a health issue?
What is the BEST indicator of increasing accountability in the nursing profession?
What is the BEST indicator of increasing accountability in the nursing profession?
Which element is MOST critical for nursing to achieve full autonomy of practice?
Which element is MOST critical for nursing to achieve full autonomy of practice?
Which approach is MOST effective for nurses preparing for future professional practice?
Which approach is MOST effective for nurses preparing for future professional practice?
What best defines 'collaboration' in a nursing context?
What best defines 'collaboration' in a nursing context?
Which of the following is essential for maintaining professional standards in nursing?
Which of the following is essential for maintaining professional standards in nursing?
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Study Notes
Record Keeping in Public Health Nursing
- A robust record system is essential for delivering quality care in public health services.
- Records include events like births, illnesses, and deaths.
- Reports serve administrative purposes and are different from records.
- Analysis of a problem situation is not considered a record; it falls under report preparation.
- Individual clinical records contain socio-demographic characteristics, chief complaints, examination findings, and prescriptions.
Family Service and Progress Record (FSPR)
- The FSPR operationalizes the family as a unit of care.
- It consists of four parts, starting with the assessment of the family and environment.
- Nursing problems include the family’s ability to manage health tasks and health risks.
Supervisory Plans in Public Health Nursing
- Supervisory plans help organize supervisory activities for midwives.
- Criteria for identifying supervision needs include conflict between personal and organizational goals and lack of knowledge.
- Information for assessing supervisory needs can be gathered from records, interviews, literature, observation, and surveys.
- Prioritization should not be based solely on convenience; importance, resource availability, and necessary activities are key factors.
Community Focused Public Health Nursing
- Public health nurses must assess the health status of specific populations.
- Core public functions include assessment, policy development, and assurance.
- Data collection can include socio-demographic, health risk, and health status information.
- Effective community practice includes improving care effectiveness and conducting assessments.
Ethical Considerations in Nursing
- Balancing individual privacy with community needs is crucial; a balance should be sought.
- Informed consent should always be voluntary and can include information about treatment costs and alternatives.
- Advocacy for clients' wishes against family preferences is essential, particularly regarding end-of-life care.
Community Assessment and Diagnosis
- Community assessment is a multidisciplinary process focused on identifying health problems and priorities.
- Key objectives of assessment include identifying risk factors and determining referral needs.
- The community census is most effective for comprehensive data collection.
Collaboration in Nursing
- Collaboration involves working effectively with colleagues, other healthcare professionals, clients, and communities.
- Prioritization of nursing challenges includes evaluating modifiability, preventive potential, magnitude, and nature of problems.
Professional Development in Nursing
- Continuous professional and personal development is crucial for maintaining high standards in nursing.
- The best indicator of accountability in nursing is demonstrating competency and delivering high-quality care.
- Gaining control over nursing practices is essential for achieving autonomy.
Future of Nursing Practices
- To prepare for future practice, a focus on developing skills aligned with the evolving healthcare landscape is necessary.
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