Public Health Nursing Practice Exam

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When a nurse schedules an appointment to learn about community beliefs regarding immunizations, this is called what?

Informant interview
Participant observation
Secondary analysis
Windshield survey

The correct answer is: Informant interview

The act of scheduling an appointment to learn about community beliefs regarding immunizations aligns with the concept of an informant interview. This method involves directly engaging with community members or key informants to gain insights into their perspectives, attitudes, and practices related to health issues, including immunizations. Such interviews provide valuable qualitative data that can help healthcare professionals understand the factors influencing community health decisions. Informant interviews are particularly useful in public health nursing as they allow for a deeper exploration of beliefs and cultural contexts that can impact health outcomes. By speaking directly with community members, the nurse can gather information that may not be captured through quantitative methods, enhancing the overall understanding of public health challenges within that community.