1. A community health nurse is conducting a needs assessment in a

rural area that has a high prevalence of diabetes. The nurse interviews

the local residents, health care providers, and community leaders to

gather data. Which of the following is the best example of a primary

source of data for the needs assessment?

a) The national diabetes registry

b) The health records of the local clinic

c) The opinions of the local residents*

d) The statistics from the regional health authority

Rationale: A primary source of data is one that comes directly from

the people who are affected by or involved in the health issue. The

opinions of the local residents are a primary source of data because

they reflect their experiences, needs, and preferences. The other

options are secondary sources of data because they are collected and

analyzed by someone else.

2. A community health nurse is planning a health promotion program

for a group of elderly people who live independently in a low-income

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