The public health nurse is a first responder in a community disaster, secondary to a flood. One section of the town has experienced a loss of water and electricity for 4 days
The nurse's first action to meet the needs of the community at this time should be to:
A) Refer the members of the community to a spiritual outreach program
B) Provide access to safe food and water
C) Inform the fire department of potential risks within the community setting
D) Provide an immunization program
Ans: B
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Public health nursing practice focuses on the provision of comprehensive public health services to ensure that community members have access to preventive care, immunizations, safe food and water, and assistance with services that may go beyond medical needs. An extensive knowledge of the community is the foundation for these services. However, the need for clean water and safe food is the priority at this time.
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