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What is Public Health Nursing?
Public Health Nursing is a specialty that combines nursing and public health principles to promote and protect the health of populations.
List three key responsibilities of Public Health Nurses.
Health promotion, Disease prevention, Community education.
How does Public Health Nursing differ from Clinical Nursing?
Public Health Nursing focuses on populations and prevention, while Clinical Nursing focuses on individual patient care and treatment.
Fill in the blank: The primary focus of Public Health Nursing is on ______ rather than just individuals.
Communities
Which of the following is NOT a core function of Public Health Nursing? (A) Assessment (B) Policy Development (C) Assurance (D) Surgical Procedures
D) Surgical Procedures
What is epidemiology in Public Health Nursing?
The study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states in populations.
List two major determinants of public health.
Socioeconomic status, Environmental factors.
What role does Public Health Nursing play in disease prevention?
It implements interventions to reduce disease incidence and promote healthier communities.
True or False: Public Health Nursing focuses only on treating illnesses.
False
What is a community health assessment?
A systematic process of evaluating the health needs of a population.
What is the purpose of a needs assessment in Public Health Nursing?
To determine health priorities and allocate resources effectively.
Fill in the blank: Public Health Nurses work with ______ to address health disparities.
Communities and policymakers
Which of the following is a major goal of health promotion in Public Health Nursing? (A) Treating diseases (B) Reducing risk factors and promoting wellness (C) Selling health insurance (D) Managing hospital equipment
B) Reducing risk factors and promoting wellness
What is the primary goal of Public Health Nursing?
To improve the health and well-being of populations through preventive care and health education.
List two key principles of Public Health Nursing.
Prevention of disease, Promotion of community well-being.
What is the role of Public Health Nursing in emergency preparedness?
To develop response plans, educate communities, and assist in disaster recovery.
True or False: Public Health Nurses only work in hospitals.
False
How do Public Health Nurses contribute to maternal and child health?
By providing prenatal care, immunization programs, and health education.
List three key challenges faced by Public Health Nurses.
Limited resources, Health disparities, Community resistance to interventions.
Which Public Health intervention is effective in reducing infant mortality rates?
Prenatal care programs and immunizations.
Fill in the blank: Public Health Nurses use ______ to analyze health trends in communities.
Epidemiological data
What is the purpose of policy development in Public Health Nursing?
To create and implement policies that improve public health outcomes.
Which of the following is a key component of Public Health Nursing? (A) Individual patient care (B) Preventative health services (C) Hospital management (D) Private medical practice
B) Preventative health services
True or False: Public Health Nurses advocate for healthcare policies that address health inequities.
True