1. What is population health and how does it differ from public health? Answer: Population health is the health outcomes of a group of individuals, including the distribution of such outcomes within the group. It is influenced by multiple factors, such as social, environmental, economic, behavioral, and genetic determinants. Public health is the science and practice of protecting and improving the health of communities and populations through prevention, promotion, and intervention. 2. What are some of the key competencies of a nurse leader in population health? Answer: Some of the key competencies of a nurse leader in population health are: - Ability to assess the health needs and assets of a population and design appropriate interventions - Ability to collaborate with interprofessional and intersectoral partners to address the social determinants of health and health equity - Ability to use data and evidence to inform decision making and evaluate outcomes - Ability to advocate for policies and systems that support population health and health justice