Question 1 of 5
Which is the primary goal of community health nursing?
A. To support and supplement the efforts of the medical profession in the promotion of health and prevention of illness
B. To enhance the capacity of individuals, families and communities to cope with their health needs
C. To increase the productivity of the people by providing them with services that will increase their level of health
D. To contribute to national development through promotion of family welfare, focusing particularly on mothers and children
A
To support and supplement the efforts of the medical profession in the promotion of health and prevention of illness
B
To enhance the capacity of individuals, families and communities to cope with their health needs
C
To increase the productivity of the people by providing them with services that will increase their level of health
D
To contribute to national development through promotion of family welfare, focusing particularly on mothers and children
Why: The primary goal of community health nursing is to enhance the capacity of individuals, families, and communities to cope with their health needs. This definition emphasizes empowerment and self-reliance in health management rather than just supporting medical efforts or focusing solely on productivity or specific demographics. Option B directly matches this core objective as per standard community health nursing principles.[1][4][5]
Question 2 of 5
Community health nursing is a community-based practice. Which best explains this statement?
A
The catchment area in CHN consists of clients who are well individuals who have greater need for preventive rather than curative services.
B
Public health nursing focuses on preventive, not curative, services.
C
A, B, and C
D
A and B only
Why: Community-based practice means providing care to people in their natural environments. Public health nursing, including community health nursing, focuses on preventive services for well individuals in the community who need health promotion more than curative care. Both A and B explain this, making C the correct choice.[4]
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following best describes community oriented nursing?
A. Disease management in hospital settings.
B. Individual patient care in clinics.
C. Health promotion and disease prevention for populations.
D. Administrative roles in healthcare facilities.
A
Disease management in hospital settings.
B
Individual patient care in clinics.
C
Health promotion and disease prevention for populations.
D
Administrative roles in healthcare facilities.
Why: Community oriented nursing focuses on improving the health of entire populations by addressing root causes of illness, promoting wellness, and preventing disease, rather than individual or hospital-based care. Option C matches this population-focused scope.[3]
Question 4 of 5
Define Community Health Nursing and explain its scope.
Why: This comprehensive answer covers the definition, detailed scope with numbered points, real-world examples, and a structured conclusion, suitable for full marks in a 5-mark question. It draws from standard definitions and aspects distinguishing it from public health nursing.[1][2]
Question 5 of 5
Differentiate between Community Health Nursing and Public Health Nursing.
Why: This answer uses a comparative structure with key points, example, and conclusion, meeting requirements for a 3-4 mark question. It directly uses the table from sources for accuracy.[1]
