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1. A community health nurse is conducting a needs assessment in a
rural area that has a high prevalence of diabetes. The nurse interviews
the local residents, health care providers, and community leaders to
gather data. Which of the following is the best example of a primary
source of data for the needs assessment?
a) The national diabetes registry
b) The health records of the local clinic
c) The opinions of the local residents*
d) The statistics from the regional health authority
Rationale: A primary source of data is one that comes directly from
the people who are affected by or involved in the health issue. The
opinions of the local residents are a primary source of data because
they reflect their experiences, needs, and preferences. The other
options are secondary sources of data because they are collected and
analyzed by someone else.
2. A community health nurse is planning a health promotion program
for a group of elderly people who live independently in a low-income
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