Community Health Nursing

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING – I

(PRACTICAL)

1. Conduct community needs assessments or surveys in rural and urban areas to identify health needs and resources of the population.

2. Observe and analyze the functioning of Sub-Centres, Health and Wellness Centres, Primary Health Centres, and Community Health Centres and describe their role in delivering primary health care services.

3. Assess local water resources and purification processes evaluate water quality standards, and explain the importance of safe drinking water in community health.

4. Observe rainwater harvesting and sewage disposal systems identify environmental sanitation issues, and suggest appropriate preventive measures.

5. Observe food safety and hygiene practices at facilities such as milk dairies, slaughterhouses, and markets, and relate these to public health standards.

6. Participate in nutrition programs and assess the effectiveness of nutritional interventions in the community.

7. Screen, identify, and provide primary management and referral for one communicable and one non-communicable disease case in the community.

8. Conduct at least two home visits demonstrating effective communication, family assessment, and follow-up care.

9. Participate in at least two national health programs and describe the nurse’s role in implementation and monitoring.

10. Participate in one school health program perform health screening, and provide health education to school children.

11. Perform nutritional assessment of an adult and interpret findings to plan appropriate dietary advice or referrals.

12. Plan and deliver a health teaching session for adults using suitable audio-visual aids such as flash cards, posters, flannel graphs, and flip charts.

13. Perform health assessments of women, infants/under-five children, adolescents, and adults, and record findings accurately.

14. Carry out growth monitoring for under-five children, interpret growth charts, and counsel caregivers on child nutrition and development.

15. Document and maintain individual, family, and health centre records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

16. Conduct a community health survey to investigate an epidemic, collect and analyze data, and assist in implementing control measures.

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LEARNER’S OUTCOME

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING – II

(THEORY)

1. Identify and manage common health conditions and emergencies at the community level using appropriate standing orders and first aid measures.

2. Provide primary care and ensure timely referral for gastrointestinal, respiratory, cardiovascular, urinary, eye, ENT, and reproductive health problems.

3. Deliver comprehensive RMNCH+A services, including antenatal, intranatal, postnatal, newborn, child, and adolescent care as per national program guidelines.

4. Detect high-risk conditions in mothers and children early and apply appropriate preventive and referral interventions.

5. Demonstrate counseling skills for maternal, child, and adolescent health, ensuring confidentiality and respectful communication.

6. Collect, analyze, and interpret community data to plan, implement, and evaluate local health services effectively.

7. Apply principles of leadership, supervision, and teamwork in managing community health programs and frontline workers.

8. Maintain accurate health records and reports using HMIS and other information systems for quality data management.

9. Participate in family welfare, geriatric, occupational, and mental health programs through screening, counseling, and community-based interventions.

10. Ensure preparedness for disasters and public health emergencies, practicing safe waste disposal and environmental hygiene.

11. Collaborate with national and international health agencies to promote, implement, and sustain community health initiatives.

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LEARNER’S OUTCOME

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING – II

(PRACTICAL)

1. Apply national protocols and standing orders approved by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MOH&FW) in screening, diagnosis, and primary management of common health conditions.

2. Identify and manage minor ailments and emergencies at the community and primary healthcare level using standard treatment guidelines.

3. Recognize and refer complicated case appropriately to higher centers for advanced care.

4. Assess and provide maternal care during antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal periods, ensuring safe motherhood practices.

5. Conduct normal deliveries at the health center level and maintain accurate documentation and reporting.

6. Provide immediate and essential newborn care to ensure early identification and management of at-risk neonates.

7. Offer adolescent and family planning counseling using effective communication and behavior change strategies.

8. Prepare and analyze family case studies in both rural and urban settings to understand family dynamics and health needs.

9. Conduct health assessments of elderly individuals focusing on physical and nutritional well-being.

10. Screen for mental health and occupational health problems and provide appropriate referrals and follow-up care.

11. Participate in organizing and conducting health programs such as antenatal clinics, under-five clinics, and health camps at the community level.

12. Plan and implement a group project on community diagnosis, including data collection, management, and interpretation.

13. Prepare comprehensive reports on health center activities and present findings for community health improvement.

14. Participate in disaster preparedness and mock drills, demonstrating understanding of emergency response systems.

15. Visit and evaluate public health service sites such as biomedical waste management and AYUSH clinics to understand integrative and sustainable health practices.

16. Demonstrate professional ethics, teamwork, and leadership in providing holistic, preventive, promotive, and curative community health services.

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LEARNER’S OUTCOME

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

(THEORY)

1. Explain the concepts, principles, and scope of community health nursing and its role in promoting individual, family, and community well-being.

2. Describe the objectives and elements of primary health care and apply them effectively in various community health settings.

3. Analyze the relationship between environment and health and explain the impact of ecosystems and natural resources on human health.

4. Identify the causes, effects, and control measures of environmental pollution and participate in preventive and promotive health actions.

5. Apply the community health nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for families and communities.

6. Demonstrate competency in family health assessment, home visiting, and providing care for individuals across all age groups.

7. Explain the structure and functions of the health care delivery system in India at national, state, and local levels.

8. Participate actively in national health programs such as MCH, family welfare, school health, and occupational health services.

9. Apply epidemiological and biostatistical principles for data collection, analysis, and evaluation of health programs.

10. Utilize health education and communication methods to create awareness and promote positive health behavior in the community.

11. Demonstrate knowledge of environmental protection laws and health policies relevant to community and public health.

12. Function effectively as a member and leader of the health team, maintaining ethical standards and professional accountability.

13. Participate in disaster preparedness and management activities to minimize health risks during emergencies.

14. Use information technology and management information systems (MIS) in recording, reporting, and analyzing health data.

15. Promote sustainable and equitable health practices to ensure environmental conservation and community well-being.

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LEARNER’S OUTCOME

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

(PRACTICAL)

1. Prepare a comprehensive community profile by collecting and analyzing data on health, environment, and social conditions.

2. Identify family health needs through home visits and provide appropriate health counseling, guidance, and family budgeting for optimum health.

3. Participate actively in the day-to-day functioning of PHCs, Sub-centres, and MCH centers to gain practical experience in community health services.

4. Visit health and welfare agencies, water purification and sewage plants, and infectious disease hospitals to understand public health infrastructure.

5. Plan and conduct health education programs for individuals, groups, and communities using effective communication methods.

6. Demonstrate understanding of the roles and responsibilities of Mid-Level Health Care Providers (MLHPs) in delivering comprehensive primary care.

7. Explain the concept of AYUSHMAN BHARAT and Health and Wellness Centres, including key elements of Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC).

8. Apply standard treatment protocols in diagnosing and managing common illnesses at the sub-centre level as per national health programs.

9. Describe the Rashtriya Bal Suraksha Karyakram (RBSK) and its role in child health screening and early intervention services.

10. Develop social mobilization and behavior change communication skills for effective community engagement.

11. Demonstrate competence in drug dispensing, safe childbirth practices, postpartum care, and family planning counseling.

12. Participate in investigation and reporting of disease outbreaks and contribute to Integrated Disease Surveillance Project (IDSP) activities.

13. Utilize Health Management Information Systems (HMIS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and Mother and Child Tracking Systems (MCTS) for data management.

14. Apply knowledge of nutrition across the life cycle and national nutritional programs in promoting community nutrition.

15. Demonstrate skills in suturing superficial wounds, newborn transport, and emergency care during childbirth.

16. Practice safe biomedical waste management as per Biomedical Waste Management Rules.

17. Explain the principles of health planning, micro birth planning, and programme management including supervision and monitoring.

18. Manage financial accounts and computing tasks at the sub-centre level efficiently and accurately.

19. Provide counseling using the GATHER approach for adolescents, mothers, and families on reproductive and mental health issues.

20. Discuss updates on national health programs related to communicable and non-communicable diseases and their implementation at the community level.

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LEARNER’S OUTCOME

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING – I

(THEORY)

1. Explain the concepts, scope, and historical development of community health and community health nursing, including ethical, legal, and socio-cultural considerations.

2. Assess the health status of communities using population data, epidemiological principles, and community diagnosis.

3. Apply national health, population, and family welfare programs in planning, implementing, and evaluating community-based interventions.

4. Conduct family and community health nursing, including maternal, neonatal, and child care, disaster nursing, and care for special populations.

5. Utilize health education, communication, and IEC strategies to promote health awareness and positive behavior change.

6. Function effectively within the health care delivery system at national, state, district, and community levels.

7. Integrate alternative medicine, health technology, research evidence, and public-private partnerships into community health practice.

8. Demonstrate professionalism, leadership, ethical responsibility, and decision-making skills in community health nursing.

9. Monitor and evaluate quality of care, nursing standards, and program effectiveness in community health settings.

10. Promote sustainable community well-being through holistic, preventive, promotive, and curative nursing practices.

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LEARNER’S OUTCOME

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING – I

(PRACTICAL)

1. Identify community leaders and resource persons through community mapping and conduct comprehensive community health surveys.

2. Apply the community health nursing process in providing care to individuals, families, special groups, and the wider community.

3. Provide effective counseling and health education, including campaigns, exhibitions, folk media, and preparation of IEC materials.

4. Organize and participate in special clinics, health camps, and national health and welfare programs, including health and family welfare fairs.

5. Perform exercises on vital statistics estimation, nutrition assessment, dietary planning, and health education for various age groups.

6. Demonstrate disaster preparedness through drills and participate in in-service education for health workers.

7. Assist women with self-breast examination, vaginal examination, deliveries, postnatal visits, episiotomy, suturing, and pap smear preparation.

8. Conduct insertion and removal of IUDs and prepare blood slides as part of clinical practice.

9. Maintain accurate records, reports, and registers at sub-centre, PHC, and CHC levels, ensuring proper documentation.

10. Conduct field visits and maintain a logbook documenting all community health and clinical activities

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LEARNER’S OUTCOME

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING – II

(THEORY)

1. Explain the concepts, scope, and significance of epidemiology in understanding community health trends and disease patterns. Develop insight into how epidemiological principles guide public health planning and decision-making.

2. Identify and apply epidemiological methods in assessing, preventing, and controlling diseases in the community. Utilize these methods to interpret data and implement appropriate preventive strategies.

3. Analyze determinants and distribution of communicable and non-communicable diseases. Use this understanding to plan effective interventions for disease prevention and health promotion.

4. Describe the objectives, structure, and implementation of national health programmes and schemes. Understand their relevance in improving population health and achieving national health goals.

5. Demonstrate knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of community health nurses in various health programmes. Apply nursing skills in prevention, promotion, and rehabilitation at all levels of care.

6. Integrate health policies and inter-sectoral coordination in planning and delivering comprehensive community health services. Collaborate with multiple sectors to achieve holistic and sustainable health outcomes.

7. Utilize health information systems and epidemiological data for effective decision-making and evaluation. Interpret data to monitor health trends and improve the quality of community-based interventions.

8. Recognize global health priorities, international agencies, and their influence on national health programmes. Appreciate the role of international cooperation and health regulations in controlling disease spread.

9. Demonstrate leadership, management, and quality assurance skills in community health nursing practice. Apply principles of supervision, budgeting, and performance evaluation for efficient health service delivery.

10. Provide ethical, evidence-based, and holistic care to individuals and groups across all age categories. Address the needs of elderly, mentally ill, and occupational groups through community-based rehabilitation and support.

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LEARNER’S OUTCOME

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING – II

(PRACTICAL)

1. Describe the structure, functions, and services of various health institutions such as CHC/FRU, MCH office, RCH clinics, and disease control centers.

2. Explain the role of different specialized units such as TB, AIDS, leprosy, filariasis, and mental health centers in disease prevention and control.

3. Demonstrate skills in organizing and conducting health clinics, school health assessments, and community health surveys.

4. Perform basic clinical procedures such as drug administration, screening for diseases, and treatment of minor ailments as per protocols.

5. Assist in family welfare procedures like laparoscopic sterilization and vasectomy under supervision.

6. Participate in monitoring and evaluation of national health and family welfare programs at various levels.

7. Apply knowledge in identifying, investigating, and reporting outbreaks and other public health emergencies.

8. Develop abilities in counseling, referral services, and preparation of project proposals and official reports.

9. Maintain records, manage materials through requisition, inventory, and condemnation procedures effectively.

10. Demonstrate teamwork, leadership, and liaison skills while working with NGOs, community leaders, and other health personnel for effective service delivery.