A public health staff nurse has a clear understanding of population-focused practice. Which of the following characteristics would the nurse most likely display?
a. Volunteering for a local community action coalition
b. Able to perform interventions with indi-viduals in the community
c. Able to improve the effectiveness of care provided
d. Considered a PHN specialist
ANS: C
Public health staff nurses who have a clear understanding of population-focused care improve their effectiveness and efficiency of practice; have professional satisfaction by seeing how indi-vidual care contributes to health at the population level; and appreciate the practice of others who are population-focused specialists. PHN specialists are prepared at the master's level and function in an administrative role.
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