Community Health Nursing
Community Health Nursing
Community Health Nursing
OBE SYLLABUS IN
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Date: _________________________
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VISION
The Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines is the country’s premier school in the allied health discipline producing globally competent health care
professionals contributing significantly to the upliftment of the quality of life of the individual, family, community and the whole humanity.
MISSION
The Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines works for the holistic development of the person – a man conscious of his eternal destiny, aware of
dynamics of change, challenged by the needs of daily living, cognizant of national and international development initiatives and ready to meet the demands of
life in the pursuit of his objectives in whatever socio – economic level he belongs.
PURPOSE
PHILOSOPHY
God has bestowed man with different gifts and potentials, which are inherently good. These gifts, which vary from one person to another when given
proper inspiration, can be developed for his own good and his fellowmen for and in the glory of God.
CORE VALUES:
In pursuit of its vision-mission every member of the Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines is expected to develop and live the following core values which are
the distinctive trademarks of the school’s culture of excellence:
Godliness
Nationalism
Trustworthiness
Industry
Patience
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INSTITUTIONAL OBJECTIVES
To achieve the vision and mission, the school commits itself to the following avowed objectives:
Develop continuously the stakeholders and imbue them with passion for service and global excellence
Offer enriched and relevant curricular and co-curricular programs
Produce board topnotchers and register high passing rates in licensure examinations
Evolve dynamic and equity-driven scholarship programs and other innovative and values-driven programs for student development
Evolve a research and development culture
Establish linkages both locally and abroad to ensure opportunities for relevant experiences and employment as well as boost up community extension
programs.
INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES
Demonstrate love for God, country, and humanity in carrying out his/her duties and responsibilities concomitant to his/her profession.
Utilize advancements in technology, available data, and past and present discoveries for the solution of problems emanating from various social structures,
events, and scenarios.
Manifest fearlessness, self- discipline, self -direction and adaptability in dealing with life situations and challenges.
Uphold and practice selfless service, responsibility and citizenship and genuine love and concern for others
Demonstrate and apply skills and competencies acquired from various learning experiences in the practice of his/her profession
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GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES
God –Fearing , one who keeps the Laws of God primary in all his/her undertakings and transcends human aspirations into God’s willful promises.
Good Citizen, imbued with self-discipline rooted from constitutional provisions, social norms, and other regulations contributory to social development and
progress.
Mighty Eagle, like an eagle, he/she is fearless to dream and pursue his life’s goals, directed to the realization of his plans, strong and confident to deal with
life’s challenges, resilient to the signs and demands of the times, and nurturing of the future of the succeeding generation.
Service-Oriented, imbued with outpouring love for the poor and underprivileged, the welfare of communities, the development of the country, and the
promotion of dignity and humanity, he she is ready to utilize his/her blessings and gifts without counting the cost.
Caring and Compassionate, overflowing with concern for the health and well-being of man, he/she is sensitive to the needs of others without prejudices,
biases, and reservations.
Innovative Researcher, equipped with knowledge of the past and present social milieu, he/she is skilled and motivated to discover new ideas, to introduce
novel approaches and strategies, and utilize discoveries for social change and development.
Competent and Skilled, provided with sufficient learning experiences and exposures both locally and globally, he/she is equipped with the attributes required
of his/her professional field and chosen area of expertise.
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ALIGNMENT OF VISION AND MISSION WITH THE CORE VALUES AND INSTITUTIONAL PURPOSE
UPLIFTMENT OF
THE QUALITY OF / / / / / / / / /
LIFE OF THE
INDIVIDUAL,
FAMILY,
COMMUNITY
AND THE WHOLE
HUMANITY
HOLISTIC
DEVELOPMENT / / / / / / / / /
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OF THE PERSON
A MAN
CONSCIOUS OF / / / / / / / / /
HIS ETERNAL
DESTINY
A MAN AWARE
OF THE / / / / / / / / /
DYNAMIC
CHANGE
A MAN
CHALLENGED BY / / / / / / / / /
THE NEEDS OF
DAILY LIVING
A MAN
COGNIZANT OF / / / / / / / / /
NATIONAL AND
INTERNATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
INITIATIVES
A MAN READY
TO MEET THE / / / / / / / / /
DEMANDS OF
LIFE IN THE
PURSUIT OF HIS
OBJECTIVES IN
WHATEVER
SOCIO-
ECONOMIC
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LEVEL HE
BELONGS
CARING FOR THE
FILIPINOS / / / / / / / / /
The professional Nurse is a fully functioning nurse who is able to perform the competencies under each of the Key Areas of Responsibility:
Demonstrates professional competencies of a first level general nurse practitioner, equipped with necessary leadership and managerial skills, and shall
continue to assume personal governance for professional development and commitment for lifelong learning in the provision of safe,, quality, competent
and evidence-based nursing care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations through promotion, maintenance and restoration of health,
prevention of illness, and physical, emotional and spiritual support throughout the lifespan, and across the continuum of care.
Demonstrate effective and communication in speaking, writing and presenting using culturally sensitive teaching-learning principles to assist clients to
achieve their health goals and in collaborating with members of the inter professional health team in promoting health and risk reduction.
Applies analytical and critical thinking in the nursing practice based on evidence based practice and research findings from nursing science, the biological
and behavior science, the humanities and information technology in the practice of profession.
Create practical opportunities to be proactive in creating public awareness and influence health care outcomes by collaborating with professional
associations in developing health policy that support sustainable development within the health system.
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ALIGNMENT OF PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES WITH THE VISION AND MISSION
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES MCNP VISION-MISSION
KEY CONCEPTS
A student of the degree BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING is PREMIER GOOD GLOBALLY INNOVATIVE COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITY
expected to: SCHOOL CITIZENS COMPETENT RESEARCHER AND CARING SERVICE
1. Demonstrates professional competencies of a first level
general nurse practitioner, equipped with necessary leadership
and managerial skills, and shall continue to assume personal
governance for professional development and commitment for / / / / / /
lifelong learning in the provision of safe,, quality, competent
and evidence-based nursing care to individuals, families, groups,
communities and populations through promotion, maintenance
and restoration of health, prevention of illness, and physical,
emotional and spiritual support throughout the lifespan, and
across the continuum of care.
2. Demonstrate effective and communication in speaking,
writing and presenting using culturally sensitive teaching-
learning principles to assist clients to achieve their health goals
and in collaborating with members of the inter professional / / / / / /
health team in promoting health and risk reduction.
3. Applies analytical and critical thinking in the nursing practice
based on evidence based practice and research findings from
nursing science, the biological and behavior science, the
humanities and information technology in the practice of / / / / / /
profession.
4. Create practical opportunities to be proactive in creating
public awareness and influence health care outcomes by
collaborating with professional associations in developing health
/ / / / / /
policy that support sustainable development within the health
system.
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PROGRAM OUTCOMES
a. Apply knowledge of physical, psychological, social, natural and health sciences and humanities in the practice of nursing
b. Perform the practice of nursing in accordance with existing laws, regulations, standards, legal, ethical and moral principles
c. Perform beginning management and leadership skills using system approach in the delivery of client care
d. Manifest behaviour of a responsible citizenship and pride in being a Filipino
e. Perform safe, ,quality , appropriate, and holistic care for individuals, families, populations, groups and community utilizing nursing process
f. Proactive in Reporting/ documenting client care in an accurate and comprehensive manner
g. Collaborate effectively with inter, intra, and multidisciplinary and multicultural and high level of dynamic and excellent teams
h. Apply guidelines and principles of evidence-based practice in the practice of all relevant fields of nursing
i. Conduct research with a passion to keep current with national and global developments in general, and nursing and health developments in
particular
j. Establish strong network with other health care disciplines
k. Organize workload to facilitate client cares
l. Utilize financial resources to support client care
m. Establish mechanism to ensure proper functioning of equipment
n. Integrate environmentally responsible practices into the delivery of health care
o. Apply ethical standards in the practice of nursing
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ALIGNMENT OF PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES WITH PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Apply knowledge of physical, psychological, social, natural and health sciences and humanities in the practice of / / / /
nursing
Perform the practice of nursing in accordance with existing laws, regulations, standards, legal, ethical and moral / / / /
principles
Perform beginning management and leadership skills using system approach in the delivery of client care / / / /
Manifest behaviour of a responsible citizenship and pride in being a Filipino / / / /
Perform safe, ,quality , appropriate, and holistic care for individuals, families, populations, groups and community / / / /
utilizing nursing process
Proactive in Reporting/ documenting client care in an accurate and comprehensive manner / / / /
Collaborate effectively with inter, intra, and multidisciplinary and multicultural and high level of dynamic and / / / /
excellent teams
Apply guidelines and principles of evidence-based practice in the practice of all relevant fields of nursing / / / /
Conduct research with a passion to keep current with national and global developments in general, and nursing and / / / /
health developments in particular
Establish strong network with other health care disciplines / / / /
Organize workload to facilitate client cares / / / /
Utilize financial resources to support client care / / / /
Establish mechanism to ensure proper functioning of equipment / / / /
Integrate environmentally responsible practices into the delivery of health care / / / /
Apply ethical standards in the practice of nursing / / / /
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COLLEGE OF NURSING LEARNING PLAN
Credit Units: 3 units lecture; 2 units RLE (.5 Skills Lab; 1.5 Clinicals)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course covers the concepts and principles in the provision of basic care in terms of health promotion, health maintenance and disease prevention
at the individual, family, community level, and special population groups. It includes the study of the Philippine Health Care Delivery System and global context of
public health. It describes what community/public health nursing is in the context of the Philippine Health Care Delivery System, and in community development.
A. Apply concepts and principles of community health development in the care of communities and population groups.
B. Utilizes the nursing process in the care of communities and population groups.
1. Assess the health status of communities and population groups to identify existing and potential problems.
2. Plans relevant and comprehensive interventions and programs based on identified priority problems.
3. Implements appropriate plan of care to improve the health status of the communities and population groups.
4. Evaluates the progress and outcomes of community health nursing interventions and programs.
D. Share leadership/relate effectively with others in work situations related to nursing and health.
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LEARNING PLAN
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Discuss the implications of different B. Sanitation Code
laws and policies related in public C. Clean Air Act
health D. Generic Act
E. National Health Insurance Act
F. National Blood Services Act
G. Laws on Notifiable Disease
H. Senior Citizen Law
I. Revised Dangerous Drugs Law
J. Act on Cheaper Medicines
PRELIM EXAM
MIDTERM PERIOD
MIDTERM PERIOD Lecture: Lecture:
Given relevant questions, the V. Health Statistics and Epidemiology Classroom discussion Written exam
students will be able to: A. Application of Public Health Tools in Research works in the library Moving Exams
1. Compute hypothetical Community Health Nursing and in the web on common Quizzes
Week
demographic data of a given 1. Demography pathologies demonstrated by Class recitation
6–
community. 1.1. Sources of demographic data different positions
week
2. Discuss the different health 1.2. Population Size Film Viewing and multimedia
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indicator that affects the 1.3. Population Composition presentation. Laboratory:
health of the community. 1.4. Population Distribution
3.. Analyze the health situation of 2. Health Indicators Laboratory:
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the country whether improving 2.1. Crude Birth Rate Demonstration of the students Assessment of Individual
HRS
or not. 2.2. Crude Death Rate of the procedures while guided skills through the Skills
LEC
Understand the concept of 2.3. Specific Rates of Mortality by the teacher Performance Checklist
epidemiology and its process. 2.4. Leading Causes of Mortality
6 HRS
2.5. Leading Causes of Morbidity Actual performance of routine
LAB
2.6. Life Expectancy projections including film
processing
B. Philippine Health Situation
1. Demographic Profile Group discussions as seatwork
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2. Health Profile Accomplishment of the
laboratory worksheets.
C. Epidemiology and the Nurse
1. Definition of related terms Divide students in the class
2. Aspects of Epidemiology and do role playing with
3. Natural Life History of Disease different cases of clients.
4. Epidemiological process and Investigation
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MIDTERM EXAM
SEMI FINAL PERIOD
Semi-Final Period Lecture:
Written exam
Given an actual client in the UNIT VII. Family Health Nursing Process Moving Exams
community, the students will be able A. Concept of Family as a basic unit of society Lecture: Quizzes
to: 1. Concept of family Classroom discussion Class recitation
1. Describe the tools used for family 2. Theories related to Family Research works in the library
assessment. 3. Characteristics of Family and in the web on common
2. Differentiate areas of family coping B. Types of Family pathologies demonstrated by Laboratory:
index. 1. Composition different positions
3. Identify the family health tasks. 2. Descent Film Viewing and multimedia
Week 4. Categorize family nursing problem 3. Authority presentation. Assessment of Individual
10 - utilizing various family assessment C. Stages of Family development skills through the Skills
week tools. D. Roles and responsibilities of family members Laboratory: Performance Checklist
14 5. Develop family nursing care plan E. Rights of family Demonstration of the students
based on steps given. of the procedures while guided
15 6. Differentiate various methods of by the teacher
HRS family nurse contacts. D. Steps of Family Nursing Process
LEC 7. Apply essential principles in home 1. Conducting Family Assessment
visit and bag technique. 1.1. Tools for Assessment Actual performance of routine
7.5 8. Utilize public health nurse tools in >Initial Data Base projections including film
HRS providing family nursing care. >Family Health Task processing
LAB 9. Evaluate nursing care given to >Family Coping Index
family 1.2. Data Gathering Methods Group discussions as seatwork
2. Assessing Family Health Status Accomplishment of the
2.1. Family Health Tasks laboratory worksheets.
2.2. Typology of Nursing Problems in Family
Nursing Practice Divide students in the class
3. Developing Family Nursing Care Plan and do role playing with
3.1. Steps in developing Family Nursing Care different cases of clients.
Plan
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3.2. Prioritizing Family Nursing Problems
3.3. Formulating Goals and Objectives
3.4. Selecting appropriate Family Nursing
Interventions/ Strategies
4. Implementing Family Nursing Care Plan
4.1. Family Nurse Contacts
>Home Visit
>Community Assembly
>Clinic Visit
4.2. Tools of Public Health Nurse
>Public Health Nurse Bag
>Bag Technique
4.3. Common Family Nursing Interventions
5. Evaluating Family Nursing Care
SEMIFINAL EXAM
FINAL PERIOD
Final Period Lecture: Lecture:
Classroom discussion Written exam
Week
Given relevant questions, the VIII. Concepts of Community Research works in the library Moving Exams
15-
students will be able to: A. Concept of Community as to: and in the web on common Quizzes
week
1. Discuss the concepts of 1. Types of Community pathologies demonstrated by Class recitation
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community, its components as well 2. Characteristic of Community different positions
as elements of a healthy community. B. Components of Community Film Viewing and multimedia
13.5
2. Identify elements of healthy C. Elements of Healthy Community presentation. Laboratory:
HRS
community D. Factors affecting Community Health
LEC
3. Differentiate different approaches E. Approaches in Community development Laboratory:
in community development 1. Traditional Demonstration of the students Assessment of Individual
7.5
4. Enumerate roles and activities of 2. Transformative of the procedures while guided skills through the Skills
HRS
community health nurse in promoting F. Principles and activities of Community by the teacher Performance Checklist
LAB
healthy community Organizing
F. Roles and Activities of Community Health Actual performance of routine
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Nurse in Promoting healthy community projections including film
processing
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programs implemented
4. Document community activities 4. Monitoring and Evaluating Community Health
done Program Implemented
4.1. Designing and Implementing evaluation
Plan
4.2. Types of Evaluation
4.3. Indicators of Evaluation
4.4. Steps in Program Evaluation
4.5. Tools for Documentation
Given relevant questions, the
students will be able to: X. Working with Groups Towards
1. Discuss the stages of group Community Development
development A. Stages of Group Development
2. Explain various interventions to B. Interventions to facilitate group growth:
facilitate group growth 1. Orientation, structure, direction
3. Discuss concepts of collaboration 2. Process, negotiate and resolve conflict
and partnership 2.1. Understanding the nature of conflict
2.2. Problem solving approach
2.3. Generating new ways
2.4. Helping members
3. Awareness of the effects of behavior
4. Application of new learning
C. Collaboration and Partnership
1. Essential ingredients in partnership
2. Capabilities necessary for partnership
FINALS EXAM
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Compilation of Learning Feedback Diaries
Return demonstrations of specific procedures
Unit exams
Completion of E-learning hours and exams
Complete attendance to lecture and related learning experience
Written Requirements (Journals, Research paper and Reaction paper)
Quizzes, Term and Comprehensive exams
Class participation and documentation
Grading System:
Lecture Grading System
Preliminary grade:
PG = AQ+CS+TT
3
Midterm grade:
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Where:
PG – Preliminary Grade
AQ – Average Quiz
CS – Class Standing
TT – Term Test
MG – Midterm Grade
CMG – Cumulative Midterm Grade
SFG – Semi – Final Grade
CSFG – Cumulative Semi – Final Grade
CTTP – Cumulative Term Test Percentage
TTP – Term Test Percentage
CEP – Comprehensive Examination Percentage
FG – Final Grade
CFG – Cumulative Final Grade
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Final Grade:
K = AQ + TT
2
K = [LTTP x 0.70] + [CLEP x 0.30]
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CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
Teachers:
1. All teachers are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner especially when dealing
with their students.
2. Classroom shall be neat and orderly before the class starts.
3. A permanent seat plan of the students shall be prepared by the subject teacher every beginning of
the semester and must be followed during the entire duration of the semester.
4. The class should start with a prayer and end with a prayer.
5. Teachers must be in their classes 5 minutes before the schedule.
6. Teachers should erase the boards before leaving the class and put off all electrical appliances
including lights and electric fans.
7. The teacher should be the last to leave the room in case there are no more subjects after his / her
class.
8. He / she should ask students to pick up pieces of papers or plastics before leaving the classroom.
9. Any damage to the classroom used by teachers should immediately be reported to the General
Services Office or through the Quality Assurance Moderator for Administration.
Students:
1. All students must come on time and must be in their complete uniform during class hours.
2. Strictly NO littering inside the class and no eating while class is going on.
3. All students must conduct themselves with discipline throughout the entire class.
4. Shouting or howling is strictly prohibited as it would disturb other classes in adjacent classrooms or
buildings.
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REFERENCES:
Textbooks:
Nursing Care of the Community: A Comprehensive Text on Community and Public Health (Phillipnes, 1st ed, Famorca, 2013
Others:
1. Community/ Public Health Nursing Practice: Health for Families (IE), Gail, 2014
2. Resource Marterial. Resource Units in NCM 100-105 with Clinical Focus. (2004). Manila, Philippines,. ADPCN.
3. Maglaya, A. Nursing Practice in the Community, 4th ed, Marikina City:Argonauta Corporation. 2005
4. Pender, N.,et al. Health Promotion in Nursing Practice, Singapore: Pearson Educational Incorporated, 2006
5. David, E. et al., Community Health Nursing: An Approach to Families and Population Groups. Manila: Merriam and Webster, 2007
6. Bailon-Reyes, S. Community Health Nursing: The Basics of Practice, National Bookstore, 2006
7. DOH-Department of Health National Health Plan
8. Sto. Tomas, M. A. Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI), Chart Booklet, 2011
9. Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) Workbook and Resource Manual, ADCPN, 2008
10. Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI), Chart Booklet, 2008
Websites:
1. www.doh.gov.ph
2. www.scribd.com
3. www.rnpedia.com
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SYLLABUS VERIFICATION TOOL
Course Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING Name of Faculty: AMIEL FRANCISCO REYES, RN,MSN
REMARKS
Completeness of Syllabus Parts Complete © Incomplete (Inc.)
Title Page: Signature of Faculty/ Program Coordinator/ Dean
Vision and Mission Statement
MCNP Core Values
Alignment of the MCNP Vision and Mission with the MCNP Core Values and MCNP Learning
Framework
College Graduate Attributes
Institutional Graduate Outcomes
Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
Alignment of the Program Educational Objectives with the MCNP Vision and Mission
Program Outcomes (PO)
Alignment of the Program Educational Objectives with the (PEOs) with Program Outcomes (POs)
Learning Plan
Course Code and Title
Credit Units
Course Pre-requisite
Course Description
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO)
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)
Course Content
Teaching-Learning Activities (TLA)
Time Allotment
Assessment Tasks
Resources
Course Requirements
References
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