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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Nursing_Fundamentals_(OpenRN)/03%3A_Diverse_Patients/3.02%3A_Diverse_Patients_Basic_ConceptsThe ANA further states, “Nurses need to model the profession’s commitment to social justice and health through actions and advocacy to address the social determinants of health and promote well-being ...The ANA further states, “Nurses need to model the profession’s commitment to social justice and health through actions and advocacy to address the social determinants of health and promote well-being in all settings within society.” [26] Social determinants of health are nonmedical factors that influence health outcomes, including conditions in which people are born, grow, work, live, and age, and the wider sets of forces and systems shaping the conditions of daily life.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing%3A_A_Call_to_Action_(Reed_et_al.)/01%3A_Foundations_of_Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing/1.04%3A_Chapter_Four-_EpidemiologyEpidemiology is a crucial branch of public health focused on studying the distribution, causes, and control of diseases in human populations. It helps identify health risk factors, evaluate health int...Epidemiology is a crucial branch of public health focused on studying the distribution, causes, and control of diseases in human populations. It helps identify health risk factors, evaluate health interventions, and guide public health decisions. Key concepts include incidence and prevalence rates, as well as the differences between terms like epidemic, endemic, and pandemic.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/University_of_South_Carolina_Upstate/Nursing_Fundamentals_(OpenRN)/03%3A_Diverse_Patients/3.03%3A_Diverse_Patients_Basic_ConceptsThe ANA further states, “Nurses need to model the profession’s commitment to social justice and health through actions and advocacy to address the social determinants of health and promote well-being ...The ANA further states, “Nurses need to model the profession’s commitment to social justice and health through actions and advocacy to address the social determinants of health and promote well-being in all settings within society.” [26] Social determinants of health are nonmedical factors that influence health outcomes, including conditions in which people are born, grow, work, live, and age, and the wider sets of forces and systems shaping the conditions of daily life.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing%3A_A_Call_to_Action_(Reed_et_al.)/01%3A_Foundations_of_Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing/1.07%3A_Chapter_Seven-_Community_Violence_and_Violence_PreventionThe chapter discusses violence and violence prevention in communities, highlighting violence as a significant health issue in the U.S. Violence is defined by the WHO as an intentional use of force res...The chapter discusses violence and violence prevention in communities, highlighting violence as a significant health issue in the U.S. Violence is defined by the WHO as an intentional use of force resulting in injury, death, or psychological harm. Key topics include domestic and intimate partner violence (IPV), gun violence, and human trafficking, along with their prevalence and consequences.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/06%3A_Sexual_Health/6.08%3A_Sexual_Bias_and_MisconceptionsThis page highlights the diversity within the LGBT community and emphasizes the need for inclusive health initiatives that consider their unique perspectives and needs. It underscores the importance o...This page highlights the diversity within the LGBT community and emphasizes the need for inclusive health initiatives that consider their unique perspectives and needs. It underscores the importance of culturally competent medical care and prevention services, as LGBT individuals face greater health risks due to both behavioral factors and social inequities, including stigma and discrimination. Addressing these disparities is vital for improving public health outcomes.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing%3A_A_Call_to_Action_(Reed_et_al.)/01%3A_Foundations_of_Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing/1.01%3A_Chapter_One-_Community_and_Public_Health_PolicyThis chapter focuses on the foundations of health policy, examining its structure, impact, and influence on community and population health through a lens of social justice. It highlights the role of ...This chapter focuses on the foundations of health policy, examining its structure, impact, and influence on community and population health through a lens of social justice. It highlights the role of community health nurses as change agents, offering strategies to advocate for policy changes that promote health equity. The chapter explores health policy's effects on vulnerable and underserved populations and addresses disparities in health outcomes linked to socioeconomic factors.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing%3A_A_Call_to_Action_(Reed_et_al.)/01%3A_Foundations_of_Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing/1.09%3A_Chapter_Nine-_Trauma-Informed_CareThe page discusses trauma and the importance of trauma-informed care in community health settings. It highlights the pervasiveness of trauma across various demographics and the necessity of providing ...The page discusses trauma and the importance of trauma-informed care in community health settings. It highlights the pervasiveness of trauma across various demographics and the necessity of providing care that considers trauma's impact. The text outlines learning objectives for understanding trauma-informed principles, symptoms of trauma, grounding techniques, and management approaches.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing%3A_A_Call_to_Action_(Reed_et_al.)/01%3A_Foundations_of_Community_and_Public_Health_Nursing/1.02%3A_Chapter_Two-_Health_Disparities_and_Health_EquityThis chapter discusses health inequities, disparities, and equity, focusing on how unfair and unequal treatment affects health outcomes. Health equity aims for everyone to achieve their full health po...This chapter discusses health inequities, disparities, and equity, focusing on how unfair and unequal treatment affects health outcomes. Health equity aims for everyone to achieve their full health potential, unaffected by social positioning. It addresses historical and structural barriers to equitable care. The roles of nurses and health care organizations in promoting equity and diversity are emphasized.
