NR 442 EXAM PREP VERIFIED Community Health Nursing COMPLETED 2026 (9pages)

1. What are the three levels of prevention in community health nursing? Give an example of each level. - The three levels of prevention are primary, secondary and tertiary. Primary prevention aims to prevent disease or injury before it occurs, such as by immunization, health education or environmental sanitation. Secondary prevention aims to reduce the impact of disease or injury that has already occurred, such as by screening, early diagnosis or treatment. Tertiary prevention aims to soften the impact of an ongoing illness or injury that has lasting effects, such as by rehabilitation, palliative care or support groups. 2. What are the roles and functions of a community health nurse? Name at least four roles and four functions. - The roles and functions of a community health nurse vary depending on the needs and resources of the community, but some common ones are: - Role: Care provider. Function: Provide direct or indirect care to individuals, families or groups in the community. - Role: Educator. Function: Teach health-related topics to the community members or other health professionals. - Role: Advocate. Function: Support the rights and interests of the community and its members, especially the vulnerable or marginalized groups. - Role: Leader. Function: Coordinate, collaborate and communicate with other health professionals and stakeholders in the community. - Role: Researcher. Function: Conduct or participate in research projects that address the health issues or needs of the community. - Role: Consultant. Function: Provide expert advice or guidance to the community or other health professionals on health-related matters. - Role: Change agent. Function: Initiate, facilitate or participate in change processes that improve the health status or quality of life of the community. - Role: Manager. Function: Plan, organize, implement and evaluate community health programs or services. 3. What are some of the factors that influence the health status of a community? Name at least five factors and explain how they affect the health of the community.