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An overview of various concepts and practices in community and public health nursing. It covers topics such as the role of the baccalaureate-prepared nurse, community health nursing, health promotion, health-protection programs, the united states healthcare system, public health nursing, home care, and epidemiology. The document also discusses the responsibilities of public health nurses, the goals of managed care, and the principles of public health. Additionally, it covers nursing roles, community-focused nursing diagnoses, and the involvement of federal agencies like the centers for disease control and prevention (cdc) and the u.s. Department of health and human services. The document offers insights into the current state of healthcare in the united states and the strategies nurses can use to improve quality of care.
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A baccalaureate-prepared nurse is considered to be: - ANSa generalist in community/public health nursing. A community health nurse contacts the outpatient laboratory to come to the home and draw blood for a lab test that has been ordered for the client. This is an example of: - ANSmaking a referral A continuing issue in community/public health nursing practice is: - ANSproviding education to nurses employed in this specialty area. A health fair is being organized at a clinic. The nurse works directly with 10 outside organizations that will be participating in the health fair as well as with departments within the clinic. This activity best describes the nursing role of: - ANScoordinator A health-risk appraisal (HRA) is used: - ANSto develop a personal risk profile. A home care agency that meets the conditions of participation is considered to be: - ANSmedicare certified A nurse can facilitate growth of the nurse-client relationship by: - ANSlearning about the family before the home visit. A nurse demonstrates positive regard by: - ANSaccepting the family, not necessarily the family's behavior. A phenomenological community: - ANShas a relational designation. A population is defined as (select all that apply): - ANS• people residing in a particular area.
Florence Nightingale's work included (select all that apply): - ANS• understanding that both environmental and behavioral factors increase the risk of infectious disease.
In which situation is the community health nurse legally obligated to intervene? - ANSA 3-year-old child has received a burn from a cigarette. It is necessary for public health nurses to be aware of global health because: - ANSworldwide travel occurs more rapidly than in previous decades Key features of the United States health care system are (select all that apply): - ANS• the free-market economy encourages a laissez-faire approach.
Population-focused health planning (select all that apply): - ANS• applies a problem-solving process to a population.
The home care provider who is primarily responsible for the personal care needs of the client, including grooming and bathing, is the: - ANShome care aide The identified group or aggregate in which change is desired as the result of a program or intervention is the: - ANSTarget population The nation's primary health statistics site is the: - ANSNational Health Care Survey (NHCS). The primary health care model: - ANSfocuses on health care for all members of the community. The process in which one group of people feels oppressed and seeks redistribution of power, resources, or decision making in the community is called: - ANSsocial action The process of assisting others to uncover their own inherent abilities, strengths, vigor, wholeness, and spirit is called: - ANSempowerment The Public Health Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice: - ANSdefines public health professional nursing practice in all settings. The three critical components of a community are (select all that apply): - ANS• people.
What is the best global indicator of child health? - ANSmalnutrition What is the first step of a community assessment? - ANSIdentify the boundaries of the community. What percentage of the total health care budget is spent on public health services? - ANS1%-4% What steps can clients take in the home to prevent the development of infectious disease (select all that apply)? - ANS• Keep a clean kitchen and bathroom.
Which client would be considered homebound as defined by Medicare? - ANSA client who attends adult daycare for the purpose of receiving medical care Which community-focused nursing diagnosis is stated correctly? - ANSIneffective community coping related to recent tornado as evidenced by several hundreds of residents who are homeless and have no source of shelter Which disease has been eradicated worldwide? - ANSSmallpox Which federal agency has the most health-related responsibilities? - ANSU.S. Department of Health and Human Services Which federal program's goal is to support comprehensive health assessment services, appropriate education and counseling, referrals, and follow-up for pregnant women and their infants and children? - ANSMaternal/Child Health Block Grant Which health department would have the responsibility for providing direct health care services? - ANSClayton County Health Department Which intervention best demonstrates how nurses can participate in global health? - ANSVolunteering with international organizations Which intervention has been effective in helping prevent the spread of HIV in developing countries? - ANSVoluntary counseling and testing Which is a characteristic of a healthy community? - ANSlow crime rate Which is an example of a direct care service - ANSattending PT Which is an example of private funding for health care? - ANSinsurance payment
Which level of government has the primary responsibility for meeting the public health needs of its residents? - ANSState Which level of prevention is used when preventing disability, complications, and death from disease? - ANStertiary Which nursing organization contributed to improving the health of women and children in the underserved, rural area of Kentucky? - ANSFontier Nursing Service Which nursing role is being used when a nurse develops and coordinates a plan of care for a family? - ANScase management Which plan for improving the health of communities attempts to engage an entire community in a comprehensive assessment of their health needs? - ANSPlanned Approach to Community Health (PATCH) Which principles are considered commitments of public health specifically (select all that apply)? - ANS• Equitable, just distribution of health care to all
Which strategy should be used when implementing a large program in which a multitude of resources are needed? - ANSphasing Which tool uses community-wide strategic planning in long-term planning of population-based health care? - ANSMobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) model Which type of home care agencies are governed by a volunteer board of directors and supported primarily with nontax funds and reimbursements from third-party payers? - ANSvoluntary agencies Who is considered a consumer of a home health care agency? - ANSclient receiving care Who is known as the founder of district nursing - ANSWIlliam Rathbone Who is responsible for determining the frequency and duration of client care? - ANShome health care nurse