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Western Mindanao State University
COLLEGE OF NURSING
Zamboanga City
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
Course Outline
Vision
The University of Choice for higher learning with strong research orientation that
produces professionals who are socially responsive to and responsible for human
development; ecological sustainability; and, peace and security within and beyond the
region.
Mission
The Western Mindanao State University, set in a culturally diverse environment,
shall pursue a vibrant socio-economic agenda that include:
A relevant instruction paradigm in the education and training of competent and
responsive human resource for societal and industry needs;
A home for intellectual formation that generates knowledge for people
empowerment, social transformation and sustainable development; and;
A hub where science, technology and innovation flourish enriched by the wisdom
of the Arts and Letters, and Philosophy.
Quality Policy
The Western Mindanao state University is committed to provide
internationally recognized quality educations and to be the lead provider
of quality human resources and research and development in the country
and the ASEAN region in compliance to international, national and local
statutory and regulatory requirements.
The University commits itself to ensure that its internal and external
clientele receive the highest quality service that exceeds their requirement,
In so doing, management shall continually monito r, review and improve
the university’s system and processes by maintaining a comprehensive and
effective quality management system with reference to the standards and
requirements of ISO 9001;2015
Placement : 2nd year, 1st Semester
Course Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING I (INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY)
Course No.: NCM 104
Course Description: This course deals with concepts, principles, theories and
techniques in the provision of basic care in terms of health promotion, disease
prevention, restoration and maintenance and rehabilitation at the individual and family
level. It includes the study of the Philippine Health care Delivery System, National
Health Situation and the global context of public health. The learners are expected to
provide safe, appropriate and holistic nursing care to individuals and family as clients in
community setting utilizing the nursing process.
Course Credit: 2 units (36 hours)
RLE: Skills lab. – 1 unit (51hours) Clinical-1 (51 hours)
Pre-requisites: NCM 101, NCM 102, NCM 103
Course Objective: At the end of course, the student will be able to:
1. Discuss the current health status GloCal
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2. Discuss the concept and principle of community health nursing and the
roles of the community health nursing
3. List the different Roles and Responsibilities of a Community Health Nurse
4. Describe Health Care delivery System in the Philippines
5. Enumerate DOH PROGRAMS RELATED TO FAMILY HEALTH
6. Utilize FAMILY NURSING PROCESS in the care of individual/family
7. Formulate family nursing diagnosis accurately
8. Explain the Ethical considerations in community health nursing
9. Identify some Technologies related to public health electronic i9nformation
10. Discuss the Nursing core values as a community health nurse
11. Create a HEALTH –RELATED ENTREPRENEURIAL ACTIVITIES IN THE
COMMUNITY SETTING
MIDTERM COVERAGE
OVERVIEW OF PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING IN THE PHILIPPINES
(2 HOURS)
I. Global and National Health Situations
II. Definition and Focus
1) Public Health
2) Community Health
3) Public Health Nursing
4) Community Health Nursing (CHN)
5) Standards of Public Health Nursing in the Philip[pines
6) Evolution of Public Health Nursing in the Philippines
7) Roles and Responsibilities of a Community Health Nurse
THE HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEM (2 HOURS)
A. World Health Organization
1. Millennium Health Organization
2. Sustainable Development Goals
B. Philippine Department of Health
1. Mission – Vision
2. Historical Background
3. Local Health System and Devolution of Health Services
4. Classification of Health facilities (DOH AO-0012A)
5. Philippine Health Agenda 2010-2022
C. Primary Health Care (PHC)
1. Brief History
2. Legal Basis
3. Definition
4. Goals
5. Elements
6. Principles and Strategies
D. Levels of Prevention
E. Universal Health Care (UHC)
1. Legal Basis
2. Background and Rationale
3. Objectives and Thrusts
III. THE FAMILY (4 HOURS)
A. Family as Basic Unit of the Society
B. Types
1. Family as Client
2. Family as System
C. Functions Development Stages
D. Family Health Task
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E. Characteristics of a Healthy
IV. FAMILY NURSING PROCESS (10 HOURS)
A. Family Health Assessment
1. Tools for Assessment
a. Initial Data Base
b. Typology of Nursing Problems in Nursing Practice
c. Family Health Task
d. Family Coping Index
2. Family Data Analysis
a. Socio – Economic and Cultural Characteristics
b. Home Environment
c. Family Health Status
d. Family Values and Health Practice
B. Family Nursing Diagnosis
C. Formulating Family Nursing Care
1. Priority Setting
2. Establishing Goals and Objectives
3. Selecting Appropriate Family Nursing Interventions / Strategies
D. Implementing Family Care Plan
1. Categories of Intervention
a. Promotive
b. Preventive
c. Curative
d. Rehabilitative
2. Tools of Public Health Nurse
a. PHN Bag
b. Principles and Techniques in the Use of PHN Bag
3. Types of Family Nurse Contact
a. Clinic Visit
b. Home Visit
c. Group Conference
d. Telephone Calls
e. Written Communications
E. Family Health Care Researches
1. Related Studies
2. Evidence – Based Practices
F. Interprofessional Care in the Community
1. Rural Health Unit Personnel
2. Local Government Units
3. Government Organization
a. DSWD
b. Nutritional Council
c. Population Commission
4. Non –Government Organization
a. Socio- Civic Organizations
b. Religious Organizations
c. Schools
G. Evaluation of Family Nursing Care
1. Evaluation Process and Outcome
2. Re-assessment
FINAL COVERAGE
V. Records in Family Health Nursing (5 HOURS)
A. Importance and Uses
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B. Types of Records reports
DOH PROGRAMS RELATED TO FAMILY HEALTH
A. Expanded Program of Immunization (EPI)
B. Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses (IMCI)
C. Early Essential Intrapartal and Newborn Care (EEINC)
D. Newborn Screening
E. BeMonc / CEmONC
F. Nutrition
G. MhGap
H. Other Related Programs
VI. ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
(4 HOURS)
PUBLIC HEALTH LAWS
A. Magna Carta for Health Worker
B. Sanitation Code
C. Clean Air Act
D. Generic Act
E. National Health Insurance Act (PhilHealth)
F. National Blood Services Act
G. Laws on Notifiable Disease
H. Senior Citizen Laws
I. Revised Dangerous Drugs Law
J. Act on Cheaper medicine
K. Save the Children
L. Violence Against Women
M. Disaster Risk Reduction Management
N. Rooming In and Breastfeeding Act of 1992 (MILK)
O. Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Law of 2012
P. Mandatory Infants and Children Health Immunization Act of 2011
Q. Children Safety on Motorcycles Act of 2015
R. Children’s Emergency Relief and Protection Act of 2016
S. Child and Youth Welfare Code of the Philippines
T. Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003 (RA 9211)
U. Other Related Laws
VII. FILIPINO CULTURE, VALUES AND PRACTICES IN RELATION TO HEALTH
CARE OF INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY (2 HOURS)
A. Family Solidarity
B. Filipino Family Values
1. Communication
2. Helping Others and Gratitude
3. Respect
4. Independence
5. Service
6. Trust
C. Filipino Family Culture and Tradition
VIII. NEW TECHNOLOGIES RELATED TO PUBLIC HEALTH ELECTRONIC
INFORMATION (2 HOURS)
A. Government Sites
B. Nursing and Health Care Sites
IX. NURSING CORE VALUES AS A COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE
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X. HEALTH –RELATED ENTREPRENEURIAL ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY
(1 HOUR)
Midterm Grade Weight Final Term Grade Weight Midterm &
Midterm Examination 40% Final Examination 40%
Quizzes 30% Quizzes 30% Finals: 4 hours
Role Play Group Work 15% Role Play Group Work 15%
Seatwork / Assignments 10% Seatwork / Assignments 10%
Attitude / Attendance 5% Attitude / Attendance 5%
Total : 32 hours
Formula for Computing
100% Percentage 100%
Final Rating = 36 hours
Midterm Grade = 40%
Final Term Grade = 60%
Passing Grade: 3.0
Actual Score X 100 X Percentage RLE: Performance
Total Score Checklist Rating
Conditions for
Numerical Course
Equivalent Performance
Rating Requirements
Evaluation
95 – 100 1.0
90 – 94 1.25 2 Written Active
85 – 89 1.5 Major participation in
80 – 84 1.75 Exams all class
75 – 79 2.0 (Midterm & activities
70 – 74 2.25 Final At least 3.0
65 – 69 2.5 Examinatio passing in all
60 – 64 2.75 ns) examinations
55 – 59 3.0 Quizzes (3 and other
Below 55 5.0 Midterm & 3 graded
Lacks requirements and/or Final Exam INC Final Term) requirements
Authorized Withdrawal (dropped with permit) AW
Unauthorized Withdrawal (dropped from class
for non-attendance/non- UW
appearance for 20% of prescribed attendance
55% Passing Rate – Adapted from the University Code
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REFERENCE/S:
1. Venzon, Lydia M. and Venzon, Ronald M., Professional Nursing in the Philippine
2. Famorca, Zenaida U., Nies, Mary A., and Mcewen, Melanie
Nursing Care of the Community
3. Maglaya , Araceli S. , Nursing Practice in the Community, Marikina City
Orgundula Corporation, 2009
4. De Belen, Rustico T and De Belen, Donna Vivian, A Praxis in
Community Health Nursing, Quezon City C and E Publishing House, 2008
5. Public health Nursing in the Philippines, 2007
6. National League of the Phil Gov’t, Nurses Inc. Community Health Nursing Services in the Philippines, 9th edition 2000.
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http://www.academyhealth.org
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Prepared By: Noted:
Marilyn S. Edding, RN, EdD. Vera Marie A. Ansaldo, RN, MN
Curriculum Chair
Maria Elizabeth B. Joe, RN, MN
Emelie J. Tan, RN, DNS Recommending Approval:
Laarni T. Sadain, RN, MAN Dr. Nursia M. Barjose
Dean
Marites A. Yusop, RN, MAN
Ma. Lourdes M. Wee Sit,RN,MN Approved:
Level II Faculty Dr. Ma. Carla A. Ochotorena,
Vice-President for Academic Affairs
