A major provision of the Social Security Act of 1935 was the ...

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A major provision of the Social Security Act of 1935 was the establishment of:
 
  a. the FNS to provide nursing service to rural communities.
  b. state and local community health services and training of personnel.
  c. district nursing to provide home health care to sick people.
  d. community-based settlement houses.

Question 2

A nurse is considering joining the American Public Health Association (APHA). Which of the following information about this organization should be considered when making this decision?
 
  a. APHA focuses on the public health con-cerns of the medical profession.
  b. APHA represents concerns of nursing specialty practices.
  c. APHA provides a forum for nurses to discuss their public health concerns.
  d. APHA focuses on providing health pro-motion education to the public.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Title VI of the Social Security Act provided funding for expanded opportunities for health pro-tection and promotion through education and employment of PHNs. Nurses completed educa-tional programs in public health and funds were provided to assist states, counties, and medical districts in the establishment and maintenance of adequate health services.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
APHA was formed to facilitate interprofessional efforts and promote the practical application of public hygiene. The Public Health Section within APHA provides nurses with a forum to discuss their concerns and strategies. It also serves as a focus of leadership and policy develop-ment for community/public health nursing.

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