A recently hired community/public health nurse is learning about the responsibilities of the local health department during orientation. Which of the following responsibilities would be discussed?
a. Meeting the demands of the local citizens
b. Implementing programs as directed by the state health commissioner
c. Addressing needs that have been delegated by state health agencies
d. Assuring that services are provided to meet the needs of vulnerable populations
Question 2
From where does the state obtain its authority to be involved in health care?
a. Delegation from the federal level to the states
b. Local governments requesting the state government accept that responsibility
c. The Constitution, which reserved for states all powers not specifically given to the federal government
d. The demand from citizens that a more regionalized authority be responsible