Substance abuse as a Community Health Problem.

1.  In your own words define substance abuse and give some examples of some substances and the impact in the health of your community.

2.  How can you apply the levels of prevention when dealing with the problem of substance abuse in your community.  Give some examples.

3.  In your own words define violence and discuss the role of the community health nurse in the management of this public health issue.

4.  Discuss recent violence acts that happened in your community of nationally and how do you think it could be prevented and the role of the community nurse in the prevention of them.