community exam 4 final ( new stuff) UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
sub population Heightened risk of adverse health outcomes
• Higher mortality & morbidity rates
• Less access to healthcare; disparities in quality of care
• Shorter life expectancy
• Overall diminished quality of life
social capita the social norms that lead to cooperation within and among groups in a society.
maslow hierarchy of needs Physiological -----> Safety -----> Belonging and love -----> Self esteem ------ > Self
actualization
examples of vulnerable population homeless
pregnant teens
migrant workers
immigrants
people with mental health
incarcerated
assessmeny of the vulnerable population Socioeconomic resources (Who provides support & financial
resources)
• Evaluation of client's preventative health needs (age,
immunizations, BP, weight, Pap smear, mammograms, dental
evaluation, prostate examination, eye exam)- cost & location for
tests
• Preventative screening for physical health for certain vulnerable
population i.e. HIV
• Living environment/neighborhood surroundings
• Information that will be used cultural consideration
• Genetic predisposition
, planning and implementation of vulnerable population Create trusting environment, show respect, compassion &
concern
• Create a long-term relationship with client
• Set realistic goals- What is most important
• Do not make assumptions
• Coordinate care and providers
• Advocate for accessible health care services
• Focus on prevention
• Reinforce the importance of adherence to treatment
• Know resources available & develop your own support network
• "Walk beside" client vs. encourage client to "walk ahead"
evaluation of the vulnerable population Can be difficult to evaluated require follow-up care
• Help client develop self-care strategies
• Evaluate in terms of goals
-educate on what to do to prevent
nurse role with vulnerable population • Case finder
• Health educator
• Counselor
• Direct care provider
• Case manager
• Advocate
empowerment client-centered approach, trust, advocacy, teaching and role modeling, capacity
building
facilitating external support family members, neighbors, friends,
teachers, or others
using evidence to reduce vulnerability Research, expert opinion, and best practices
• Specific agency documentation for nursing practice
• Prevention and health promotion
misconception • All people with disabilities have poor
health.
• Public health activities need to focus
only on preventing disability.
• There is no need for a clear definition
of "disability" or "people with
disabilities" in public health practice.
• Environment does not play a
significant role in the disability
process.
health promotion and prevention needs missed Focus on secondary and tertiary prevention
opportunities • Disability often drive selection of prevention
• Health care disparities and discrimination
• Socioeconomic status is major factor linked to disparities
universal design the creation of settings and equipment that can be used by everyone, whether or
not they are able-bodied and sensory-acute
Questions and CORRECT Answers
sub population Heightened risk of adverse health outcomes
• Higher mortality & morbidity rates
• Less access to healthcare; disparities in quality of care
• Shorter life expectancy
• Overall diminished quality of life
social capita the social norms that lead to cooperation within and among groups in a society.
maslow hierarchy of needs Physiological -----> Safety -----> Belonging and love -----> Self esteem ------ > Self
actualization
examples of vulnerable population homeless
pregnant teens
migrant workers
immigrants
people with mental health
incarcerated
assessmeny of the vulnerable population Socioeconomic resources (Who provides support & financial
resources)
• Evaluation of client's preventative health needs (age,
immunizations, BP, weight, Pap smear, mammograms, dental
evaluation, prostate examination, eye exam)- cost & location for
tests
• Preventative screening for physical health for certain vulnerable
population i.e. HIV
• Living environment/neighborhood surroundings
• Information that will be used cultural consideration
• Genetic predisposition
, planning and implementation of vulnerable population Create trusting environment, show respect, compassion &
concern
• Create a long-term relationship with client
• Set realistic goals- What is most important
• Do not make assumptions
• Coordinate care and providers
• Advocate for accessible health care services
• Focus on prevention
• Reinforce the importance of adherence to treatment
• Know resources available & develop your own support network
• "Walk beside" client vs. encourage client to "walk ahead"
evaluation of the vulnerable population Can be difficult to evaluated require follow-up care
• Help client develop self-care strategies
• Evaluate in terms of goals
-educate on what to do to prevent
nurse role with vulnerable population • Case finder
• Health educator
• Counselor
• Direct care provider
• Case manager
• Advocate
empowerment client-centered approach, trust, advocacy, teaching and role modeling, capacity
building
facilitating external support family members, neighbors, friends,
teachers, or others
using evidence to reduce vulnerability Research, expert opinion, and best practices
• Specific agency documentation for nursing practice
• Prevention and health promotion
misconception • All people with disabilities have poor
health.
• Public health activities need to focus
only on preventing disability.
• There is no need for a clear definition
of "disability" or "people with
disabilities" in public health practice.
• Environment does not play a
significant role in the disability
process.
health promotion and prevention needs missed Focus on secondary and tertiary prevention
opportunities • Disability often drive selection of prevention
• Health care disparities and discrimination
• Socioeconomic status is major factor linked to disparities
universal design the creation of settings and equipment that can be used by everyone, whether or
not they are able-bodied and sensory-acute
