Introduction to PHN & Community Assessment Flashcards
Quiz 1
Key Principles of PHN
A community health nurse is educating nursing students about the key principles of public health nursing. Which of the following are true statements regarding these principles? (5)
Focusing on the health needs of entire populations, including inequities and the unique needs of sub-populations
Attention to multiple determinants of health
An emphasis on primary prevention
Application of interventions at all levels—individuals, families, communities, and the systems that impact their health
Assessment of population health using a comprehensive, systematic approach
True or False
The science of Public Health includes understanding risk factors and protective factors and working with individuals, populations, and communities to achieve the greatest good for the largest number of individuals.
True
Purpose of Completing a CHA
A community health nurse is preparing to conduct a health assessment in a new community. Which of the following approaches to the assessment would be most comprehensive and beneficial for the community?
Incorporate both quantitative and qualitative methods to understand factors like risk, quality of life, health inequity, and engage community partners in decision-making
Primary or Secondary Data
Reviewing hospital admission records to identify prevalent diseases in the community.
Secondary
Primary or Secondary Data
Analyzing census data
Secondary
Primary or Secondary Data
Conducting a town hall meeting to gather residents’ opinions on local health issues
Primary
Primary or Secondary Data
Using data from a national health survey not specifically conducted for the community
Secondary
Primary or Secondary Data
Observing behaviors at a local community center to understand exercise habits
Primary
Primary or Secondary Data
Conducting face-to-face interviews with community leaders about health needs
Primary
PDSA Cycle
A public health nurse is leading a quality improvement project using the PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) cycle to address the high rates of hospital readmissions for chronic disease patients in the community. Which of the following actions should the nurse take during the “Study” phase of the PDSA cycle?
Compare post-intervention readmission rates with baseline data to evaluate the effectiveness of the new discharge education program.
During the “Study” phase of the PDSA cycle, the nurse should evaluate the outcomes of the intervention by comparing the collected data against the baseline data and the aim statement to determine the intervention’s effectiveness
