Question

Describe the reasoning behind the actions of the visiting nurses and the public health department related to public health. Chapter 9

Answer 1

Visiting nurse are the one who provide home health care service, long term care at home, hospice care, helping patients and their loved ones to receive care at their home.

They help reduce emergency department visit,re -admission

Patients needs are met at the safety and comfort of their home.

The department of public health according to WHO promotes healthier environment, intensify primary prevention, influence public policy in all sectors.

It assess and manage risks( out door and indoor air pollution, unsafe water, chemical, lack of sanitation, ionising and non ionising radiation)

A focus on environmental and social determinants contribute to the overall health of public.