The Nursing Process Can Be Applied in Public Health Nursing

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nursing process can be applied in public health nursing practice. Which of the following is an example of community assessment?

• A) Visiting an elderly person at home to assess safety risks
• B) Developing nursing diagnoses to identify actions nurses at a community health center will take
• C) Evaluating an immunization clinic that included a translator to assist non-English speaking clients
• D) Data from the county social services department on child abuse cases for the past 5 years

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Definitions:

Gender Stereotype

Preconceived and oversimplified beliefs about the characteristics, attributes, and behaviors of males and females, often perpetuating social biases.

Waist-to-hip Ratio

A measurement used as an indicator of body fat distribution and potential health risks, calculated by dividing the waist circumference by the hip circumference.

Evolutionary Perspective

A theoretical approach that seeks to understand the physical and psychological adaptations of humans through the lens of evolution and natural selection.

Androgynous

Describes individuals with a blend of characteristics traditionally considered masculine and feminine, in terms of appearance, behavior, or identity.