important one-liners for Community Health Nursing:

1. Primary Health Care (PHC) is based on the principles of equity, community participation, intersectoral coordination, and appropriate technology.
2. Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease (WHO, 1948).
3. The first contact point between the community and the health system is the Sub-Center.
4. The Village Health Guide (VHG) acts as a link between the community and health services.
5. Immunization is the most cost-effective method for preventing vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs).
6. The ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) is a community health worker under the NRHM (National Rural Health Mission).
7. The cold chain maintains the potency of vaccines from manufacture to administration.
8. Incidence rate measures the occurrence of new cases in a population over time.
9. Prevalence rate reflects the total number of cases (new + existing) in a population at a given time.
10. The main cause of maternal mortality is postpartum hemorrhage (PPH).
11. Water-borne diseases include cholera, typhoid, hepatitis A, and dysentery.
12. The three levels of prevention are primary, secondary, and tertiary.
13. The most effective family planning method is male and female sterilization.
14. Tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and spreads through droplet infection.
15. Vector-borne diseases like malaria are controlled by targeting the mosquito life cycle.
16. BMI (Body Mass Index) is used to assess nutritional status in adults.
17. DOTS (Directly Observed Treatment, Short-course) is the strategy to control TB under the RNTCP.
18. Safe drinking water is defined as water free from pathogens, toxins, and pollutants.
19. The incubation period is the time between exposure to infection and the appearance of symptoms.
20. Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related events in populations.
21. The IMNCI (Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illness) strategy focuses on reducing child mortality.
22. The National Health Policy aims to achieve “Health for All” through preventive and promotive services.
23. Morbidity refers to the state of being diseased or unhealthy.
24. The sanitary barrier helps in breaking the fecal-oral transmission route of diseases.
25. Universal Immunization Program (UIP) provides free vaccines to all children against vaccine-preventable diseases.

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26. Herd immunity provides indirect protection to unvaccinated individuals in a population.
27. The five Fs of disease transmission are Fingers, Fomites, Food, Flies, and Feces.
28. Malaria is transmitted by the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito.
29. Safe motherhood aims to ensure that all women receive the care needed to be safe and healthy during pregnancy and childbirth.
30. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first 6 months of life.
31. Sanitation refers to the provision of clean water, hygienic toilets, and proper waste disposal.
32. The basic health unit in rural areas is the Primary Health Center (PHC).
33. Anthropometry is used to measure growth, development, and nutritional status.
34. Rickets is caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate.
35. The health team at a PHC includes Medical Officers, ANMs, Health Assistants, and ASHA workers.
36. Polio is caused by the poliovirus and spreads through the fecal-oral route.
37. Disinfection eliminates most pathogenic microorganisms except bacterial spores.
38. Chlorination is the process of adding chlorine to water to kill harmful pathogens.
39. The incubation period of measles is around 10–14 days.
40. Kwashiorkor is a severe form of protein malnutrition, common in children.
41. Yellow fever is transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito.
42. Morbidity rate refers to the number of people who are ill in a population.
43. Mortality rate measures the number of deaths in a population over a specific time.
44. The reproductive age group in women is considered to be 15–49 years.
45. Pasteurization is the process of heating milk to kill pathogenic bacteria.
46. Colostrum, the first milk, is rich in antibodies and nutrients.
47. Anemia in pregnancy is defined as hemoglobin less than 11 g/dL.
48. Leprosy is caused by Mycobacterium leprae and affects the skin and peripheral nerves.
49. ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) is used to prevent dehydration in diarrhea.
50. Growth monitoring is an essential component of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program.
51. Health education is a process that informs, motivates, and helps people adopt healthy behaviors.
52. The BCG vaccine is given to prevent tuberculosis.
53. Vector control measures include the use of insecticide-treated nets, larvicides, and environmental management.
54. Cold chain equipment includes ice-lined refrigerators (ILR), deep freezers, and vaccine carriers.
55. The ASHA worker plays a key role in promoting institutional deliveries under the Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY).
56. Iodine deficiency can lead to goiter and cretinism.
57. The incubation period of Hepatitis A is approximately 2–6 weeks.
58. Health indicators include life expectancy, infant mortality rate, maternal mortality rate, and morbidity rates.
59. Waste segregation is done using color-coded bins to manage biomedical waste.
60. Family planning helps control the population growth and improve maternal-child health.
61. Rabies is caused by the rabies virus and is transmitted through animal bites.
62. Zoonotic diseases are those that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
63. DALY (Disability-Adjusted Life Year) is a measure of the overall disease burden.
64. The Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP) monitors epidemic-prone diseases.
65. Contraceptive methods include barrier, hormonal, intrauterine devices, and permanent methods.
66. Blindness is defined by the WHO as visual acuity less than 3/60 in the better eye.
67. Vitamin A deficiency can cause night blindness.
68. Tuberculosis control in India is implemented under the National TB Elimination Program (NTEP).
69. The Anganwadi worker provides services under the ICDS scheme.
70. Mental health is an essential part of community health.
71. Rehabilitation aims to restore an individual to the highest possible level of functioning.
72. Social determinants of health include education, income, environment, and social support.
73. Handwashing with soap is the simplest and most effective way to prevent infections.
74. Epidemic refers to an unusual increase in disease cases in a specific population.
75. Pandemic is an epidemic that has spread over multiple countries or continents.

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76. Pandemic refers to a disease outbreak that affects a large number of people globally.
77. Quarantine is the restriction of movement for people who have been exposed to infectious diseases.
78. Isolation is separating sick individuals with contagious diseases from healthy individuals.
79. Endemic refers to a disease that is constantly present in a specific geographic area.
80. Surveillance in public health means continuous monitoring of disease occurrence to control outbreaks.
81. Active immunity develops after exposure to an antigen via infection or vaccination.
82. Passive immunity is provided through antibodies from another source, like maternal antibodies or immunoglobulin injections.
83. Incineration is the process of burning medical waste at high temperatures to destroy pathogens.
84. Biomedical waste management is regulated under the Biomedical Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2016.
85. Universal precautions are infection control measures used to prevent the spread of bloodborne pathogens.
86. Vector control is a key strategy for preventing malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and Zika virus.
87. Safe water contains no harmful levels of pathogens, chemicals, or physical contaminants.
88. Diarrhea is defined as having three or more loose stools in 24 hours.
89. The KAP survey (Knowledge, Attitude, Practice) helps assess community awareness and behavior towards health practices.
90. Health promotion focuses on enabling people to increase control over their health.
91. The GOBI strategy under UNICEF stands for Growth monitoring, Oral rehydration, Breastfeeding, and Immunization.
92. Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) is the number of maternal deaths per 100,000 live births.
93. Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) is the number of infant deaths per 1,000 live births.
94. Neonatal Mortality Rate refers to deaths of infants within the first 28 days of life per 1,000 live births.
95. Under-five mortality rate refers to the number of children dying before the age of five per 1,000 live births.
96. Vitamin A supplementation helps prevent blindness and reduce child mortality.
97. Exclusive breastfeeding protects against diarrhea, respiratory infections, and malnutrition.
98. Kala-azar is caused by the parasite Leishmania donovani and transmitted by the sandfly.
99. Filariasis is transmitted by Culex mosquitoes and causes lymphatic obstruction.
100. Hookworm infection leads to iron-deficiency anemia due to intestinal blood loss.
101. Iron and folic acid supplementation prevents anemia in women and children.
102. RNTCP (Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program) focuses on early detection and complete treatment of TB.
103. BCG vaccine is given at birth to prevent tuberculosis.
104. DPT vaccine protects against diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus.
105. Pentavalent vaccine protects against five diseases: diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, hepatitis B, and Haemophilus influenzae type b.
106. Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccine is administered to prevent measles and rubella infections.
107. Polio eradication is achieved through OPV (Oral Polio Vaccine) campaigns.
108. Hand hygiene is the most effective method to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
109. Community diagnosis is the process of identifying health problems in a population.
110. Health worker density is measured by the number of health workers per 1,000 population.
111. Environmental sanitation includes clean water supply, waste disposal, vector control, and hygiene promotion.
112. Noise pollution above 85 decibels can cause hearing loss over time.
113. Solid waste management involves the collection, treatment, and disposal of household and industrial waste.
114. Overcrowding increases the risk of respiratory infections, tuberculosis, and poor sanitation-related diseases.
115. Deworming programs help prevent parasitic infections like ascariasis and hookworm.
116. BMI (Body Mass Index) = Weight (kg) ÷ Height² (m²) is used to assess obesity and malnutrition.
117. Vitamin C deficiency leads to scurvy, characterized by bleeding gums and poor wound healing.
118. Night blindness is an early symptom of vitamin A deficiency.
119. Pellagra is caused by a deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3), presenting with dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia.
120. Goiter results from iodine deficiency affecting the thyroid gland.
121. Zinc supplementation reduces the duration and severity of diarrheal diseases in children.
122. Micronutrient malnutrition includes deficiencies in vitamin A, iron, iodine, and zinc.
123. Folic acid is essential during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects.
124. Hypertension is a major risk factor for stroke, heart disease, and kidney failure.
125. Diabetes mellitus is characterized by elevated blood sugar levels due to insulin deficiency or resistance.
126. Obesity increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain cancers.
127. Tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of death and disability worldwide.
128. Alcohol abuse leads to liver cirrhosis, cancer, and mental health disorders.
129. Mental health is as important as physical health for overall well-being.
130. Adolescent health programs focus on nutrition, reproductive health, mental health, and substance abuse prevention.
131. School health programs promote health education, nutrition, hygiene, and vaccination.
132. Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) focuses on maternal and child health services.
133. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) promotes institutional deliveries to reduce maternal mortality.
134. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) provides maternity benefits to pregnant and lactating women.
135. Universal Health Coverage (UHC) ensures access to essential health services without financial hardship.
136. Ayushman Bharat is India’s flagship program for providing health insurance to economically vulnerable populations.
137. National Vector-Borne Disease Control Program (NVBDCP) targets diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and filariasis.
138. National Leprosy Eradication Program (NLEP) aims for early detection and treatment of leprosy cases.
139. Health for All is a global goal aimed at achieving universal access to healthcare.
140. World Health Day is celebrated on April 7th every year.
141. World AIDS Day is observed on December 1st to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS.
142. Breastfeeding Week is observed from 1st to 7th August globally.
143. Epidemiological triangle includes the agent, host, and environment.
144. Reservoir of infection is the natural habitat where the infectious agent lives and multiplies.
145. Modes of disease transmission include direct contact, droplet spread, vector-borne, and fomite transmission.
146. Host factors influencing health include age, sex, genetics, immunity, and nutrition.
147. Disease surveillance helps detect epidemics early to implement control measures.
148. Incubation period is the time between exposure to an infectious agent and the appearance of symptoms.
149. Asymptomatic carriers can transmit diseases without showing any symptoms.
150. Outbreak investigation involves identifying the source, mode of transmission, and control measures.