A nurse is teaching a class about international health policy. In that class, what does primary health care refer to?
A. The first point of contact within the health-care system
B. The bare minimum and essential care needed for health, both in individuals and within the community
C. The acute care setting
D. The coordinator of more specialized care
Question 2
A nurse is teaching a class about global health issues when a student asks why the health of other countries is relevant to the United States. The nurse replies
A. Because of the global world we live in, the health of one country can profoundly affect the health, economy, and security of the rest of the world.
B. It doesn't, but being aware of health issues in other countries allows nurses who are interested to volunteer their services internationally.
C. Being aware of health issues in other countries gives us information about what not to do as public health nurses.
D. Looking at global health issues gives us information about how to treat medical emergencies here.
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