Watch the “Diary of Medical Mission Trip” videos dealing with the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti in 2010. Reflect on this natural disaster by answering the following questions:

1. Propose one example of a nursing intervention related to the disaster from each of the following levels: primary prevention, secondary prevention, and tertiary prevention. Provide innovative examples that have not been discussed by previous students.
2. Under which phase of the disaster do the three proposed interventions fall? Explain why you chose that phase.
3. With what people or agencies would you work in facilitating the proposed interventions and why?

 

What is the difference between a group “at risk” for poor health and a group considered a “vulnerable” population? Provide an example of an “at risk” or “vulnerable population” group in the United States and one in another country (or immigrants within the United States).

1. Explain why members of these groups cannot advocate for themselves or why advocating for these groups would be beneficial.
2. What would you advocate for?
3. Identify ethical issues that need to be addressed when working with these individuals.
4. Provide information about the selected “at risk” group. How many individuals fall into this group and what are some issues they face. 

To Prepare for the Discussion:

• Review the Learning Resources.
• Select one of the following topics for the Discussion:
• • Adoption
  • Foster care
  • Gender dysphoria
  • Forensic issues
  • Impact of terrorism on children

 

Post:

• Write your selected disorder in the subject line of your Discussion post.

• Explain the psychological issues that may result from your topic.

• Describe the most effective assessment measure that could be used, and explain why you selected this.

• Explain the treatment options available for children and adolescents involved with your selected disorder.

• Explain how culture may influence treatment.

 Provide a minimum of three academic references. Including Introduction and Conclusion  

 

Review both resources provided below in addition to the assigned readings for this week.

1- Reflect on 2 key differences between the UK and US Health systems. 

2-What are key opportunities related to advocacy and politics interventions that can be taken by advanced practice nurses to improve our current health system?

Please refer to the resources identified below for details regarding UK Health System.

1. US and UK Health System Comparison- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4Y0TKiwNgo 

2. Peterson-Kaiser Health System Tracker- https://www.healthsystemtracker.org/chart-collection/quality-u-s-healthcare-system-compare-countries/#item-post-op-clots-better-u-s-comparable-countries  

3. Summary of the American Health Care Act.pdf 

Note:

This is a discussion board, it must be in APA format, 300 words, references must be in APA format as well and including 2 scholarly  resources within the past 5-7 years

Comment 1

One of the greatest ways to improve patient’s outcomes is to establish continuity of care after discharge. With shorter hospitals stays it is crucial that patients are not left alone and have professional supervision and health maintenance in outpatient and home settings.  It seems to be a huge problem when patients get discharged from the hospital and do not get follow up care. Social workers and case managers solely responsibility is to ensure that patient’s have a smooth transition from acute hospital care to home based healthcare. Many hospitals and nursing homes collaborate with home care agencies and make sure that patients receive all necessary nursing care, physical and occupational therapy and assistance with ADLs if needed. That approach ensures that patient’s outcomes will only improve and reduce hospital admission and re-admission rates. According to the article, “ the 2010 Affordable Care Act launched in the United States included financial incentives for providers to continue making a positive contribution to patient outcomes beyond the day of discharge. For instance, Medicare reduces provider compensation if patients are readmitted within 30 days of discharge.” ( Health Management , 2017) It has been evident that socioeconomic factors, such as low-income, poor education, public housing increase the rates of hospital re-admission rates. Patients who live in those environments require more supervision and support in order to increase their positive health outcomes. Community health nurses, social workers are responsible to ensure that people who have these disadvantages receive quality healthcare, support and education to ensure that all their health needs are met. 

Comment 2( Answer the teacher for my post, now I need to answer to him)

I agree that nurse staffing has been an issue. I recommend that you do some research regarding the California staffing levels and the outcomes of implementing that system. You may find that there is not a lot of information on the subject. Have you ever wondered why all stated did create mandatory staffing ratios? Food for thought. Thanks for your post