The student nurses are preparing a presentation for the
community health rotation. It is critical for nurses and
student nurses to understanding the concept of the
community as client is a prerequisite for effective
service at every level of community nursing practice. A
major component of the presentation is to describe
a community needs assessment.
1. What are the characteristics of a healthy
community?
2. What is meant by the concept of community as
client?
3. What are the three dimensions of the community
as client?

1. Answers must:
   • Be 100 words or more
   • Use the standard English grammar and spelling
   • References are cited (if necessary)