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    Which framework focuses on prevention of health problems within a community?

    The Social Ecological Model of Health.

    Which framework focuses on prevention of health problems within a community quizlet?

    Epidemiological. Rationale: The epidemiological studies framework is used when assessing a community according to the amount and distribution of disease or health conditions in a population. A comprehensive assessment must consider the entire community and the various populations living in the community.

    What theory views the family as a unit and is concerned with interactions among family members?

    Family systems theory (Kerr and Bowen, 1988) is a theory of human behavior that defines the family unit as a complex social system, in which members interact to influence each other's behavior. Family members interconnect, allowing to view the system as a whole rather than as individual elements.

    What are the characteristics of the family that has an implication in community health nursing practice?

    12 Behaviors Indicating a Well Family.
    Able to provide for physical emotional and spiritual needs of family members..
    Able to be sensitive to the needs of the family members..
    Able to communicate thought and feelings effectively..
    Able to provide support, security and encouragement..