NSG 221 Herzing University -Community/Public Health Nursing Midterm NSG 221 Marian University

Community/Public Health Nursing Midterm NSG 221 Marian UniversityWhat is community public health nursing? - correct answer The synthesis of nursing practice and public health practice What is the major goal of community public health nursing? - correct answer To preserve the health of a community and surrounding population What are the major focuses of community public health nursing? - correct answer Health promotion, health maintenance, and is associated with health and identification of populations at risk rather than response to patient demand. What is the mission of public health? - correct answer Social Justice - entitles all people to basic necessities such as adequate income and health protection The World Health Organization defines health as: - correct answer The extent to which an individual or group to be able to realize aspirations and satisfy needs while also changing or coping the environment. What is the definition of community? - correct answer A group or collection of locally based individuals interacting in social units and sharing common interests, characteristics, values, and/or goals. Define community health nursing practice - correct answer Synthesis of nursing practice and public health to promote and preserve the health of populations. Holistic approach to manage care. Responsibility is to community but care is directed towards individuals. Define community-based nursing practice - correct answer Focus on individuals and families where they live, work, and go to school. Care is setting specific and focuses on acute and chronic care.