Which of the following best explains how occupational health nursing differs from other nursing specialties? (Select all that apply.)
a. Occupational health nursing has a major focus on the environment.
b. Occupational health nurses are required to have a master's degree in occupational health.
c. Occupational health nurses are more autonomous and work independently.
d. Occupational health nurses have a primary emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention.
e. Occupational health nurses may work with unions, as well as management groups.
f.
Occupational health nurses work in the community.
ANS: A, C, E
The occupational health nurse (OHN) focuses on the workplace environment, examining the environment for hazards. Within the worksite, the nurse is an autonomous health professional. The nurse often meets with unions representing the employees, as well as management. The roles and responsibilities of the OHN must be clearly articulated to lay people, managers, workers, union representatives, and colleagues. The nurse may interact with occupational medicine professionals, industrial hygienists, safety professionals, employee assistance counselors, personnel professionals, and union representatives. Nurses who work in occupational health settings are not required to have a master's degree in occupational health. It is hoped that all nurses emphasize health promotion and disease prevention. Several specialties such as home health nursing and school nursing also work in the community
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