On which of the following levels of care do most faith community nurses (FCNs) focus?
a. Hospice care
b. Primary
c. Secondary
d. Tertiary
ANS: B
The FCN practice focuses on health promotion and wellness, which is primary intervention. It holds the spiritual dimension central to health and healing within the context of the faith community.
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