Nursing Fundamentals - Community Health
The purpose of Community Health Nursing is to promote and protect the health of individuals, families, and populations by focusing on disease prevention, health education, and early intervention. It emphasizes improving community well-being through outreach and public health initiatives.
What is the purpose of Community Health Nursing?
To focus on disease prevention
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What is the purpose of Community Health Nursing?
To focus on disease prevention
What are some common risk factors for many diseases in North America?
Common risk factors are:
* tobacco use
* poor nutrition
* obesity
* excessive alcohol use
* lack of exercise
What are some common non-infectious diseases in North America?
Common non-infectious diseases are:
* heart disease
* cancer
* COPD
* CVA
* hypertension
* alzheimer’s
* ...
What are some common infectious diseases in North America?
Common infectious diseases are:
* STIs
* influenza
* herpes
* pneumonia
* hepatitis C
What is a healthcare disparity?
A healthcare disparity is a difference between population groups in the way they access, experience, and receive healthcare.
What populations are more at risk for a healthcare disparity?
Populations at risk for a healthcare disparity are:
* uninsured
* living in poverty
* homeless
* disability
* immigra...
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What is the purpose of Community Health Nursing? | To focus on disease prevention |
What are some common risk factors for many diseases in North America? | Common risk factors are: * tobacco use * poor nutrition * obesity * excessive alcohol use * lack of exercise |
What are some common non-infectious diseases in North America? | Common non-infectious diseases are: * heart disease * cancer * COPD * CVA * hypertension * alzheimer’s * diabetes mellitus * kidney failure * depression/anxiety |
What are some common infectious diseases in North America? | Common infectious diseases are: * STIs * influenza * herpes * pneumonia * hepatitis C |
What is a healthcare disparity? | A healthcare disparity is a difference between population groups in the way they access, experience, and receive healthcare. |
What populations are more at risk for a healthcare disparity? | Populations at risk for a healthcare disparity are: * uninsured * living in poverty * homeless * disability * immigrants * refugees * limited Enlgish * incarcerated * LGBTQIA (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersexual, asexual * racial minorities |
What is a health screening? | A health screening is when a person gets screened for a disease or condition in order to receive care. |
How often and what age are dental cleanings and oral exams done? | Dental cleanings and oral exams should be done once every 6 months and for all ages. |
How often are depression and anxiety screenings done? | Depression and anxiety screenings should be done at annual physical exam. |
How often are self testicular exams done to assess for testicular cancer? | Self testicular exams are done monthly. |
How often are skin exams done to assess for skin cancer? | At age 20-40 skin checks with a doctor are done once every 3 years. After 40 years old skin checks are done yearly. |
How often are pelvic exams done to assess for ovarian cancer? | Pelvic exams start at 18 years old or when the female client becomes sexually active. |
How often are pap tests done to assess for cervical cancer? | Pap tests are started 3 years after the female client beomes sexually active or when they turn 21 years old. |
How often are mammograms done to assess for possible breast cancer? | Mammograms start at age 40 and are done yearly. |
How often are self breast exams done to assess for breast cancer cancer? | Self breast exams are done monthly. |
How often are eyes exams done? | Eye exams should be done every 3 to 5 years for those under 40 years old. Eye exams should be done yearly for those 65 years old and older. |
How often are heart disease screenings done? | Heart disease screenings should be done yearly starting at age 45. |
What is included in a heart disease screening? | Heart disease screening includes: * total blood cholesterol * lipids * triglycerides * blood pressure |
How often are colon cancer screenings done? | Colon cancer screenings are done with: a colonscopy once every 10 years starting at age 50. fecal occult stool blood test done yearly starting at age 50. |
How often are prostate cancer screening done? | Prostate cancer screenings start at age 50 and are done yearly using a digital rectum exam and prostate specific antigen test. |
How often are hearing exams done? | Hearing exams are done as needed and periodic checks after 65 years old. |
When does client teaching begin? | Client teaching begins as soon as the client is admitted into a facility. |
What information is gathered during an assessment in order to begin teaching? | Information gathered during an assessment is: * home enviroment * available resources This informaton is gathered so that teaching can begin right away! |
What is the best way to assess if teaching has been successful? | The best way to assess if teaching has been successful is return demonstration by the client. |
What does the term non-adherent mean when referring to clients and their care plan? | Non-adherent indicates that the client is not following the treatment plan. The nurse will need to assess the client to find out what the barriers are to change. |
What are some barriers to change in regard to clients following the treatment plan? | Barriers to change include: lack of facilities or materials social support motivation knowledge |