The only clear distinction between a community health nurse and a public health nurse is that
a. The community health nurse gives care in community settings regardless of personal education, whereas public health nurses have specific educational preparation.
b. Community health nurse is a title that has historically been used, whereas public health nurse is the new "in" title for the role.
c. The community health nurse is employed to give care to families and groups, whereas the public health nurse works in public health departments.
d. Community health nurse is the broader term that includes public health nursing, school nursing, and home health nursing.
ANS: A
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