Design multidimensional strategies of care considering the health determinants of vulnerable populations.
Design multidimensional strategies of care considering the health determinants of vulnerable populations.
Transferable Skill
Communication: Displaying capability in writing, reading, and oral communication; understanding of nonverbal language.
Scenario
You are a new public health nurse working for the Department of Public Health, and you have been asked to create a report on one of the following vulnerable populations in your community: homeless population, ethnic or minority group, elderly, or pregnant woman and children in low socioeconomic areas. The report will provide your department with current information about your community as well as offer interventions for the selected vulnerable population within your community.
Instructions
Create a report on the vulnerable population you selected in Module 07 Discussion Vulnerable Population that:
Part One Vulnerable Population (completed in Module 07 Discussion Vulnerable Population)
Selects one vulnerable population from below:
Homeless population
Ethnic or minority group
Elderly
Pregnant woman and children in low socioeconomic areas
Describes the health determinants affecting the selected vulnerable population, including:
Social and economic environment
Physical environment
Individual characteristics
Behaviors
Part Two Public Health Nurse & Multidimensional Strategies
Describes the role of the public health nurse in helping the selected vulnerable population.
Develops two multidimensional strategies used as interventions for selected vulnerable population.
Provides stated ideas with professional language and attribution for credible sources with correct APA citation, spelling, and grammar in the report.
Sample Solution
Introduction
This report focuses on the elderly population as a vulnerable group within the community. It will explore the health determinants impacting this population, outline the role of the public health nurse, and propose two multidimensional strategies to address their specific needs.
Part One: Vulnerable Population - The Elderly
The elderly population faces a unique set of challenges that impact their health and well-being. Health determinants for this group include:
- Social and economic environment: Limited income, social isolation, lack of transportation, and ageism can significantly affect their health.
Full Answer Section
- Physical environment: Barriers in homes (e.g., stairs, lack of grab bars), unsafe neighborhoods, and limited access to healthcare facilities can pose risks.
- Individual characteristics: Chronic illnesses, cognitive decline, and functional limitations are prevalent among the elderly.
- Behaviors: Sedentary lifestyles, poor nutrition, and inadequate medication adherence can contribute to health problems.
- Assessment: Identifying health needs and risks through home visits, screenings, and community assessments.
- Health education: Providing information on chronic disease management, preventive care, and healthy aging.
- Case management: Coordinating care between healthcare providers and community resources.
- Advocacy: Promoting policies and programs that support the elderly population.
- Physical environment: Conduct home safety assessments to identify fall hazards and provide modifications.
- Individual characteristics: Implement exercise programs to improve balance and strength.
- Behaviors: Educate on fall prevention strategies, medication safety, and vision care.
- Social and economic environment: Provide transportation options to healthcare appointments and community activities.
- Social and economic environment: Develop intergenerational programs to connect elderly individuals with younger generations.
- Individual characteristics: Assess for cognitive decline and provide appropriate support services.
- Behaviors: Encourage social participation through community events and support groups.
- Physical environment: Create accessible community spaces that promote social interaction.