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Vulnerable Population Part II
Homeless Population in Okaloosa County, Florida
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
NR 518: Population Health and Epidemiology in Nursing Practice
Dr. Inna Popil
February 2, 2024
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Homeless Population in Okaloosa County, Florida
Vulnerable populations refer to a group of individuals who are at a higher risk of
experiencing adverse health outcomes due to various factors (Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, 2022). Vulnerable populations often have limited access to resources and face
barriers in healthcare. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2022), there
are six categories to consider when identifying vulnerable populations: socioeconomic status,
age, gender, race and ethnicity, English proficiency, and medical disabilities. This paper will
examine the homeless population of Okaloosa County, Florida. This paper will include an
overview of the concept map, implications of advanced nursing practice, and a conclusion.
Concept Map Overview
The vulnerable population discussed is the homeless population of Okaloosa County,
Florida. The concept map visually represents the interconnected aspects related to the homeless
population. Homelessness has multiple causes, such as unemployment, lack of affordable
housing, substance abuse and addiction, mental illness, and other individual factors. Homeless
individuals have limited access to healthcare, which leads to acute and chronic health conditions
and increasing morbidity and mortality. Homeless individuals are exposed to environmental
factors and are often involved in violent situations, including physical and sexual abuse.
Homelessness and unemployment are often interconnected and can exacerbate each
other. According to One Okaloosa Economic Development Council (2023), in October of 2023,
Okaloosa County had an unemployment rate of 2.8%. When individuals lose their jobs or
experience prolonged unemployment, they struggle to meet their financial obligations, such as
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Vulnerable Population Part II
Homeless Population in Okaloosa County, Florida
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
NR 518: Population Health and Epidemiology in Nursing Practice
Dr. Inna Popil
February 2, 2024
This study source was downloaded by 100000894545489 from CourseHero.com on 12-26-2024 05:57:16 GMT -06:00
https://www.coursehero.com/file/231079767/Mod-4-Vulnerable-Pop-Pt-2docx/
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Homeless Population in Okaloosa County, Florida
Vulnerable populations refer to a group of individuals who are at a higher risk of
experiencing adverse health outcomes due to various factors (Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, 2022). Vulnerable populations often have limited access to resources and face
barriers in healthcare. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2022), there
are six categories to consider when identifying vulnerable populations: socioeconomic status,
age, gender, race and ethnicity, English proficiency, and medical disabilities. This paper will
examine the homeless population of Okaloosa County, Florida. This paper will include an
overview of the concept map, implications of advanced nursing practice, and a conclusion.
Concept Map Overview
The vulnerable population discussed is the homeless population of Okaloosa County,
Florida. The concept map visually represents the interconnected aspects related to the homeless
population. Homelessness has multiple causes, such as unemployment, lack of affordable
housing, substance abuse and addiction, mental illness, and other individual factors. Homeless
individuals have limited access to healthcare, which leads to acute and chronic health conditions
and increasing morbidity and mortality. Homeless individuals are exposed to environmental
factors and are often involved in violent situations, including physical and sexual abuse.
Homelessness and unemployment are often interconnected and can exacerbate each
other. According to One Okaloosa Economic Development Council (2023), in October of 2023,
Okaloosa County had an unemployment rate of 2.8%. When individuals lose their jobs or
experience prolonged unemployment, they struggle to meet their financial obligations, such as
This study source was downloaded by 100000894545489 from CourseHero.com on 12-26-2024 05:57:16 GMT -06:00
https://www.coursehero.com/file/231079767/Mod-4-Vulnerable-Pop-Pt-2docx/
