N215 – COMMUNITY AND MANAGEMENT
NURSING MIDTERM PRACTICE
QUESTIONS,DETAILED ANSWERS &
RATIONALES | 2025-2026 LATEST UPDATE
1. What is the main goal of community health
nursing?
To promote and protect the health of
populations.
It focuses on prevention and population well-
being.
2. What is primary prevention?
Preventing disease before it occurs.
It includes health education and immunization.
3. What is secondary prevention?
Early detection and prompt treatment of
disease.
It aims to reduce severity and prevent
complications.
4. What is tertiary prevention?
Rehabilitation after disease to prevent further
damage.
It promotes optimal functioning.
5. What is epidemiology?
The study of disease distribution and
, determinants in populations.
It guides public health interventions.
6. What is an epidemic?
An unexpected increase in disease within a
community.
It indicates a localized outbreak.
7. What is a pandemic?
A disease outbreak that spreads globally.
It crosses international boundaries.
8. What is herd immunity?
Protection of a population when a majority is
immune.
It reduces disease transmission.
9. What is surveillance in public health?
Ongoing collection and analysis of health
data.
It identifies trends and outbreaks.
10. What is community assessment?
Systematic collection of data about a
community’s health.
It identifies needs and resources.
11. What is the focus of public health nursing?
Prevention, education, and promotion of
community wellness.
It addresses health disparities and access.
, 12. What is a vulnerable population?
Groups at higher risk for health problems.
Examples include the elderly, homeless, and
uninsured.
13. What is case management?
Coordinating care to meet client needs
efficiently.
It ensures continuity and cost-effectiveness.
14. What is health promotion?
Encouraging healthy behaviors to improve
quality of life.
It empowers people to take control of their
health.
15. What is the purpose of home visits in
community nursing?
To assess, educate, and support clients in
their environment.
It enhances accessibility and continuity of care.
16. What is population-focused care?
Interventions directed at groups rather than
individuals.
It targets community-wide outcomes.
17. What is the role of a community health
nurse?
Advocate, educator, and collaborator for
NURSING MIDTERM PRACTICE
QUESTIONS,DETAILED ANSWERS &
RATIONALES | 2025-2026 LATEST UPDATE
1. What is the main goal of community health
nursing?
To promote and protect the health of
populations.
It focuses on prevention and population well-
being.
2. What is primary prevention?
Preventing disease before it occurs.
It includes health education and immunization.
3. What is secondary prevention?
Early detection and prompt treatment of
disease.
It aims to reduce severity and prevent
complications.
4. What is tertiary prevention?
Rehabilitation after disease to prevent further
damage.
It promotes optimal functioning.
5. What is epidemiology?
The study of disease distribution and
, determinants in populations.
It guides public health interventions.
6. What is an epidemic?
An unexpected increase in disease within a
community.
It indicates a localized outbreak.
7. What is a pandemic?
A disease outbreak that spreads globally.
It crosses international boundaries.
8. What is herd immunity?
Protection of a population when a majority is
immune.
It reduces disease transmission.
9. What is surveillance in public health?
Ongoing collection and analysis of health
data.
It identifies trends and outbreaks.
10. What is community assessment?
Systematic collection of data about a
community’s health.
It identifies needs and resources.
11. What is the focus of public health nursing?
Prevention, education, and promotion of
community wellness.
It addresses health disparities and access.
, 12. What is a vulnerable population?
Groups at higher risk for health problems.
Examples include the elderly, homeless, and
uninsured.
13. What is case management?
Coordinating care to meet client needs
efficiently.
It ensures continuity and cost-effectiveness.
14. What is health promotion?
Encouraging healthy behaviors to improve
quality of life.
It empowers people to take control of their
health.
15. What is the purpose of home visits in
community nursing?
To assess, educate, and support clients in
their environment.
It enhances accessibility and continuity of care.
16. What is population-focused care?
Interventions directed at groups rather than
individuals.
It targets community-wide outcomes.
17. What is the role of a community health
nurse?
Advocate, educator, and collaborator for
