A pregnant client is on bed rest in her home and a nurse will soon come to the home to assess the client. The nurse's visit is an example of:
A) community-based nursing.
B) postpartum nursing.
C) public health nursing.
D) residential-based nursing.
Ans: A
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Community-based nursing focuses on individuals and families within the community. Postpartum nursing takes place after birth. Public health nursing focuses primarily on health promotion and disease prevention. There is not a recognized category for "residential-based nursing."
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