Fundamentals of Nursing Q 529

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It is described as a collection of people who share some attributes of their lives.

  

     A. Family

     B. Illness

     C. Community

     D. Nursing

    

    

Correct Answer: C. Community

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A community is defined by the shared attributes of the people in it, and/or by the strength of the connections among them. When an organization is identifying communities of interest, the shared attribute is the most useful definition of a community.

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Option A: In human society, family is a group of people related either by consanguinity (by recognized birth) or affinity (by marriage or other relationship). The purpose of families is to maintain the well-being of its members and of society. Ideally, families would offer predictability, structure, and safety as members mature and participate in the community.

Option B: Illness is a condition of being unhealthy in the body or mind; a specific condition that prevents the body or mind from working normally; a sickness or disease.

Option D: Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families, groups, and communities, sick or well, and in all settings. Nursing includes the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and the care of ill, disabled, and dying people.

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