A school nurse is demonstrating community outreach in practice. Which of the following inter-ventions is most likely being used by the nurse?
a. Coordinating health care of students with complex health problems
b. Teaching students about the importance of proper nutrition
c. Providing direct care to ill and injured students
d. Participating in a community health fair
ANS: D
When participating in community outreach, nurses are involved in community health fairs, using that opportunity to teach others. The role of case manager is used when coordinating the health care of students with complex health problems. The role of health educator is used when teaching students about the importance of proper nutrition. The role of direct caregiver is used when providing direct care to ill and injured students.
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