Primary Health Care in Nursing Practice Test

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Question 1 of 51

1. Question

What is the main goal of primary health care (PHC)? Single Choice

Treating acute illness in hospitals
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Providing first-level, accessible, and preventative care to individuals and communities
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Delivering specialised tertiary care services
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Offering medication and diagnostic testing only
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Question 2 of 51

2. Question

Which principle is central to the philosophy of primary health care? Single Choice

Profitability and efficiency
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Equity and access for all people
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Priority for private health care users
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Focus on emergency interventions only
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Question 3 of 51

3. Question

The World Health Organization’s Alma-Ata Declaration (1978) is significant because it: Single Choice

Focuses only on hospital-based care
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Established the global foundation for primary health care principles
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Promotes curative treatment over prevention
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Limits community participation
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Question 4 of 51

4. Question

Which of the following best describes holistic care? Single Choice

Care that focuses solely on physical symptoms
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Care that addresses physical, emotional, social, and cultural needs
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Care that relies only on medical intervention
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Care that avoids collaboration with other professionals
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Question 5 of 51

5. Question

What is one key role of the enrolled nurse in a primary health care team? Single Choice

Making medical diagnoses
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Coordinating multidisciplinary meetings
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Delivering person-centred nursing interventions under supervision
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Developing national health policies
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Question 6 of 51

6. Question

Which of the following is an example of a social determinant of health? Single Choice

Blood pressure readings
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Housing conditions and education
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Medication compliance
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Hospital admission rates
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Question 7 of 51

7. Question

Why is interdisciplinary teamwork important in PHC? Single Choice

It increases staff competition
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It ensures comprehensive and coordinated care for clients
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It reduces the need for communication
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It limits the nurse’s role
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Question 8 of 51

8. Question

A nurse identifies that poor nutrition and housing are affecting a client’s diabetes management. This demonstrates awareness of: Single Choice

Environmental and social determinants of health
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Acute hospital procedures
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Professional boundaries
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Legal documentation
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Question 9 of 51

9. Question

What is the main focus of health promotion in primary care? Single Choice

Educating and empowering people to make healthy lifestyle choices
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Administering medication only
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Responding to emergency conditions
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Diagnosing medical conditions
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Question 10 of 51

10. Question

When providing health education, the nurse must first: Single Choice

Deliver complex medical information
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Assess the person’s health literacy level and communication needs
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Assume clients already understand instructions
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Focus on written information only
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Question 11 of 51

11. Question

Which of the following best demonstrates empowerment in nursing practice? Single Choice

Making all health decisions for the client
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Supporting the client to participate in their own care decisions
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Limiting client access to health information
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Referring all care decisions to the doctor
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Question 12 of 51

12. Question

A nurse working in a community health centre identifies early signs of hypertension during screening. This is an example of: Single Choice

Palliative care
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Early intervention and prevention
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Emergency care
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Acute management
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Question 13 of 51

13. Question

Which of the following describes evidence-based practice? Single Choice

Following personal opinions rather than policies
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Using current research, clinical expertise, and client preferences to guide care
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Relying only on the supervisor’s directions
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Ignoring new information
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Question 14 of 51

14. Question

Which professional standard governs safe and ethical nursing practice in Australia? Single Choice

National Vocational Education Act
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NMBA Enrolled Nurse Standards for Practice
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WHS Code of Conduct
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International Health Act
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Question 15 of 51

15. Question

What is one important element of culturally safe nursing practice? Single Choice

Avoiding cultural discussions to prevent offence
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Respecting and valuing each person’s cultural beliefs and health perspectives
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Applying the same care approach to everyone
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Focusing on Western health practices only
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Question 16 of 51

16. Question

When evaluating nursing care, which question should be asked first? Single Choice

Were the nursing interventions effective in meeting the client’s goals?
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Did the client enjoy the interaction?
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Were enough resources used?
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Were team meetings documented?
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Question 17 of 51

17. Question

Which of the following tasks may be included in a primary health care nurse’s role? Single Choice

Wound care and immunisation programs
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Performing surgical procedures
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Prescribing medications
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Conducting diagnostic imaging
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Question 18 of 51

18. Question

When providing education to a client with asthma, the nurse should: Single Choice

Use clear, simple language and visual aids
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Provide medical journals for home study
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Focus only on medication use
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Speak quickly to save time
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Question 19 of 51

19. Question

A nurse reflects on their communication with a client to identify ways to improve understanding. This demonstrates: Single Choice

Reflective practice and self-evaluation
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Delegation
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Task completion
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Direct supervision
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Question 20 of 51

20. Question

Which of the following best defines primary prevention? Single Choice

Managing long-term complications of disease
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Educating individuals to prevent disease before it occurs
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Providing acute treatment after illness develops
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Monitoring recovery after discharge
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Question 21 of 51

21. Question

Primary health care aims to: Multiple Answers

Promote wellness and prevent illness
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Focus exclusively on acute medical care
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Improve access to essential health services
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Empower individuals and communities in health decision-making
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Question 22 of 51

22. Question

Which principles underpin the philosophy of PHC? Multiple Answers

Equity and social justice
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Community participation
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Private profit and competition
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Health promotion and disease prevention
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Question 23 of 51

23. Question

An enrolled nurse practicing in a community clinic should: Multiple Answers

Support clients to self-manage chronic conditions
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Prescribe medications independently
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Deliver care under the direction of a registered nurse
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Collaborate with other professionals for holistic outcomes
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Question 24 of 51

24. Question

When providing culturally safe care, nurses must: Multiple Answers

Respect cultural values and beliefs
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Reflect on their own biases and assumptions
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Avoid discussing culture to prevent offence
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Engage interpreters or cultural liaisons when necessary
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Question 25 of 51

25. Question

Examples of primary health care settings include: Multiple Answers

Community health centres
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Private specialist hospitals
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School health programs
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General practice and outreach clinics
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Question 26 of 51

26. Question

The role of the enrolled nurse in health promotion includes: Multiple Answers

Educating individuals and families about healthy behaviours
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Developing local health policy alone
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Supporting community awareness campaigns
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Promoting vaccination and screening programs
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Question 27 of 51

27. Question

Which of the following reflect effective interdisciplinary teamwork? Multiple Answers

Respecting each team member’s expertise
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Communicating clearly and professionally
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Working independently without collaboration
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Sharing accountability for client outcomes
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Question 28 of 51

28. Question

A nurse applying the social model of health focuses on: Multiple Answers

The impact of environment and lifestyle on wellbeing
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Biological and genetic causes only
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Addressing social inequalities in health
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Promoting community involvement in care decisions
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Question 29 of 51

29. Question

When assessing a client’s health needs in a PHC context, nurses should: Multiple Answers

Consider physical, psychological, and social factors
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Involve the client and family in goal setting
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Limit the assessment to vital signs
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Identify available community support resources
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Question 30 of 51

30. Question

Health promotion strategies in nursing practice may include: Multiple Answers

Providing smoking cessation advice
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Organising vaccination clinics
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Ignoring client readiness to change
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Educating clients about nutrition and exercise
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Question 31 of 51

31. Question

To maintain safe and professional practice, enrolled nurses must: Multiple Answers

Work within their scope of practice
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Follow NMBA standards and guidelines
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Administer treatments without supervision
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Seek clarification when unsure about instructions
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Question 32 of 51

32. Question

Which factors contribute to effective health education? Multiple Answers

Using plain language and visual aids
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Assessing health literacy levels
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Ignoring cultural differences
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Encouraging questions and feedback
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Question 33 of 51

33. Question

The evaluation stage of the nursing process involves: Multiple Answers

Reviewing care outcomes
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Documenting changes in the care plan
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Ignoring client feedback
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Modifying interventions if goals aren’t achieved
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Question 34 of 51

34. Question

Examples of secondary prevention include: Multiple Answers

Screening for early signs of hypertension
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Promoting healthy eating to prevent disease
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Providing breast and cervical cancer checks
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Offering rehabilitation after a stroke
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Question 35 of 51

35. Question

A nurse working in a primary health setting demonstrates reflective practice by: Multiple Answers

Reviewing personal performance after client interactions
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Seeking feedback from colleagues
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Repeating the same approach regardless of outcomes
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Identifying learning needs for improvement
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Question 36 of 51

36. Question

Community participation in health care may involve: Multiple Answers

Consulting local groups in planning services
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Encouraging peer-support programs
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Ignoring public feedback to avoid conflict
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Involving consumers in evaluation of services
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Question 37 of 51

37. Question

Which statements about evidence-based practice are TRUE? Multiple Answers

It integrates research evidence with clinical experience
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It includes patient values and preferences
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It excludes team consultation
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It improves the quality and safety of care
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Question 38 of 51

38. Question

The nurse’s role in chronic disease management includes: Multiple Answers

Monitoring and educating clients about self-care
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Providing referrals to specialist services
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Performing complex surgical procedures
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Supporting medication compliance
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Question 39 of 51

39. Question

When promoting health equity, nurses should: Multiple Answers

Recognise vulnerable groups within the community
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Ensure access to culturally appropriate care
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Focus services only on those who can pay
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Advocate for fair and inclusive health policies
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Question 40 of 51

40. Question

Key benefits of primary health care include: Multiple Answers

Reduced hospital admissions
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Improved health literacy and self-management
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Fragmented and reactive care
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Enhanced collaboration across the health system
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Question 41 of 51

41. Question

Fill the Gaps

Primary Health Care (PHC) is the BLANK 1 of 1 point of contact individuals have with the health system.

Primary Health Care (PHC) is the Fill in the blank 1 of 1 point of contact individuals have with the health system.

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Question 42 of 51

42. Question

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The philosophy of PHC is based on the principles of BLANK 1 of 1, access, and community participation.

The philosophy of PHC is based on the principles of Fill in the blank 1 of 1 , access, and community participation.

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Question 43 of 51

43. Question

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The Alma-Ata Declaration (1978) defines health as a state of complete BLANK 1 of 1, mental, and social wellbeing.

The Alma-Ata Declaration (1978) defines health as a state of complete Fill in the blank 1 of 1 , mental, and social wellbeing.

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Question 44 of 51

44. Question

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Health promotion focuses on BLANK 1 of 1 individuals and communities to increase control over their health.

Health promotion focuses on Fill in the blank 1 of 1 individuals and communities to increase control over their health.

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Question 45 of 51

45. Question

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The BLANK 1 of 1 determinants of health include factors such as housing, education, income, and social or physical environment.

The Fill in the blank 1 of 1 determinants of health include factors such as housing, education, income, and social or physical environment.

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Question 46 of 51

46. Question

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Working in an interdisciplinary team requires effective BLANK 1 of 1 and collaboration between health professionals.

Working in an interdisciplinary team requires effective Fill in the blank 1 of 1 and collaboration between health professionals.

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Question 47 of 51

47. Question

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Providing culturally safe care involves respecting and valuing each person’s BLANK 1 of 1 identity and beliefs.

Providing culturally safe care involves respecting and valuing each person’s Fill in the blank 1 of 1 identity and beliefs.

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Question 48 of 51

48. Question

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The evaluation stage of the nursing process involves assessing whether planned care has achieved its intended BLANK 1 of 1.

The evaluation stage of the nursing process involves assessing whether planned care has achieved its intended Fill in the blank 1 of 1 .

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Question 49 of 51

49. Question

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Reflective practice helps nurses to identify strengths and areas for professional BLANK 1 of 1.

Reflective practice helps nurses to identify strengths and areas for professional Fill in the blank 1 of 1 .

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Question 50 of 51

50. Question

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Evidence-based practice combines clinical experience, client preferences, and the best available BLANK 1 of 1.

Evidence-based practice combines clinical experience, client preferences, and the best available Fill in the blank 1 of 1 .

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Question 51 of 51

51. Question

Match the Term to the Definition