A frame of reference for organizing information related to health care is presented. Various factors which illustrate the relationship of the environment and personal health services to health are the main focus of the framework. This offers a chance to view the health field in a broader perspective. (EC)

Offers practice models for community-based nursing and community health nursing that demonstrate the different roles, philosophies, and activities of the two approaches. Points to curriculum changes that are needed to prepare students to practice in an increasingly community-oriented health care industry. (Author)