Question 1

Define immunization/what is EPI? Describe the API vaccine schedule in Bangladesh.

Accepted Answer

1. Define Immunization and EPI Immunization is the process by which a person is made immune or resistant to an infectious disease, usually by the administration of a vaccine. It is the safest and most cost-effective way of protecting an individual and the community against vaccine-preventable diseases. Immunization may be active (the body itself produces antibodies, as after natural infection or vaccination) or passive (ready-made antibodies are given, e.g., immunoglobulin). EPI (Expanded Programme on Immunization) is a global programme launched by the World Health Organization in 1974 and sta…

Question 2

Define counseling. Objectives of counseling. Components of counseling.Benefits of family counseling. Qualities of a good counselor.

Accepted Answer

1. Define Counseling Counseling is a face-to-face helping relationship in which a trained counselor assists a client to understand his or her problems, explore feelings and options, and make informed decisions and changes in behaviour — without giving direct advice or commands. It is a voluntary, confidential and supportive process. 2. Objectives of Counseling - To help the client make an informed decision. - To solve problems and relieve anxiety. - To bring about positive behaviour change. - To provide emotional support. - To improve self-confidence and coping ability. - To promote health and…

Question 3

Define community health nursing. Characteristics of community health nursing. Roles of community health nurse/nursing. Significance of community health nursing. What are the common health problems/community health problems in Bangladesh?

Accepted Answer

1. Define Community Health Nursing Community health nursing (CHN) is the field of nursing that combines public health science and professional nursing to promote and protect the health of the population. It cares for individuals, families, groups and the community as a whole, in the community setting, with emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention and rehabilitation. 2. Characteristics of Community Health Nursing - Population-focused; the community is the patient. - Emphasis on prevention and health promotion. - Care is given in homes, clinics, schools and workplaces. - The family is th…

Question 4

Define epidemiology. Uses of epidemiology. Aims of epidemiology.

Accepted Answer

1. Define Epidemiology Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations, and the application of this study to the control of health problems (J.M. Last). Distribution refers to the frequency and pattern of disease in relation to person, place and time; determinants are the causes and risk factors of disease. 2. Uses of Epidemiology - Identifies the cause and risk factors of disease. - Determines the extent of disease in the community. - Studies the natural history and prognosis of disease. - Evaluates preventive, diagnos…

Question 5

Define communicable and non-communicable disease. Write down the name of some communicable and non communicable disease in Bangladesh.

Accepted Answer

1. Define Communicable and Non-Communicable Disease Communicable disease is an illness caused by an infectious agent (microorganism) or its products, which is transmitted directly or indirectly from an infected person, animal or reservoir to a susceptible host. Examples include TB, cholera, measles and influenza. Non-communicable disease (NCD) is a disease that is not transmitted from person to person; it is usually chronic, long-lasting and caused by lifestyle, heredity and environmental factors. Examples include hypertension, diabetes and cancer. 2. Names of Some Communicable and Non-Communi…

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