The new community health nurse introduces herself to the local minister and attends various neighborhood meetings. The nurse learns about the ethics, values, and culture of the neighborhood

Question

The community is vocal about the need for public safety and the care of the homeless, especially in the winter. Which is the best rationale for considering all of the influences in the neighborhood affecting their health and well-being?
A) The information can be used to obtain funds to create shelters for the homeless
B) A neighborhood watch may be created with police support
C) The information will help to effectively assess the community
D) It will help the nurse create a controlled clinical environment

Answer 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
It is necessary to consider the history, demographics, ethnicity, and values and beliefs of the entire community because these factors can be used as part of a systems approach by teams to effectively assess a community. Although interventions such as a homeless shelter and a neighborhood watch may result from this study of the community, the primary purpose of the study is to inform the assessment of the community, which will in turn lead to appropriate interventions. The purpose of considering these influences is not to create a controlled clinical environment.