Which of the Following Statements Is True with Regard to a Population

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true with regard to a population focus in public health nursing?

• A) Priority is given to the highest risk population.
• B) Direct caregiving is limited to preventive measures, such as administration of immunizations.
• C) Attention is given to the population or community as a whole, regardless of whether they do or do not access the health care system.
• D) Only populations outside institutional settings are considered.

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Definitions:

Allocation

The process of assigning a cost, or a group of costs, to one or more cost objectives, in reasonable proportion to the benefits provided or other equitable relationship.

Goodwill

An intangible asset representing the value of a company’s brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, and employee morale.

Amortize

To amortize means to gradually reduce or write off the cost or value of an asset or a debt over a period.

Fair Value

The estimated market value of an asset or liability, reflecting the amount for which it could be exchanged in an orderly transaction between market participants.