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Learning Objectives
1. Describe the role of the public health nurse.
2. Discuss the vital functions of public health.
3. Operationally define rural and urban.
4. Identify varying determinants characterizing rural populations.
5. Describe the chronic illness, tobacco use, and cancer issues of rural populations.
6. Outline the injuries and mental and dental health issues of the rural population.
7. Analyze the access to care service issue for rural areas.
8. Discuss the characteristics and issues of the rural public health workforce.
9. Evaluate the responsiveness of emergency medical services (EMS) in rural regions.
10. Discuss the public health agency, hospital, and the community health center.