A Public Health Nurse (PHN) Develops and Implements Local Public

question 11

Multiple Choice

A public health nurse (PHN) develops and implements local public health policies through partnerships with agencies, organizations, and consumers within the community. Which of the following core public health functions is the nurse addressing?

• A) Assessment
• B) Prevention
• C) Assurance
• D) Policy development

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Definitions:

Cardiovascular Disease

A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels, such as coronary artery disease, heart attacks, and stroke.

Essential Fat

The minimum amount of body fat necessary for the proper functioning of hormonal, reproductive, and immune systems.

Central Nervous System

The complex of nerve tissues that controls the activities of the body and comprises the brain and the spinal cord.

Bone Marrow

A soft, spongy tissue found inside bones that is responsible for the production of blood cells.