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Lobcity

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In the past, population-centered nurses have been called
 
  a. District nurses
  b. Almshouse nurses
  c. Soldier nurses
  d. Sisters

Question 2

Proposed changes to the health care delivery system in the United States will
 
  a. Provide new opportunities for public health specialists.
  b. Result in isolated care being provided to individuals.
  c. Emphasize specialty care.
  d. Increase the utilization of acute care services.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
In the past, population-centered nurses have been called public health nurses, district nurses, visiting nurses, school nurses, occupational health nurses, and home health nurses.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Proposed changes in the health care delivery system will provide new opportunities for public health specialists and result in the creation of new roles within the system. The proposed changes will build an integrated system (not isolated), decrease emphasis on acute care services, and focus on health promotion and disease prevention.



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