Which is a principle of good practice for community partnerships?
a. Partnerships are easily formed among those working in public health.
b. Partnerships use their own roles to accom-plish tasks.
c. Partnerships are built on identified strengths and assets.
d. Partnerships are loose associations among people.
ANS: C
Partnerships are built upon identified strengths and assets, including areas that need improve-ment. This is one of the principles of good practice. An effective partnership is formed by bal-anced power and understanding among the partners. Partnerships use mutual trust and respect genuineness and commitment as part of their relationship.
DIF: Cognitive level: Understanding REF: p. 994 (Box 46-1)
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