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Perinatal nurses Nurses who work collaboratively with patients and families from the
preconception period throughout the child-bearing year.
Pediatric nurses Nurses who care for children from birth up to age 18 years.
Social determinants of health (SDOH) Factors that can impact a person's health, including racism, healthy
behaviours (exercise), and healthy outdoor spaces (playgrounds).
Chronic illness Not considered a social determinant of health.
Evidence-informed intervention for Indigenous Consistent prenatal care is associated with healthier infants.
patients
Nutrition assessment An important modifiable risk factor but not the most crucial action for a
nurse to take for a pregnant Indigenous patient.
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Referral to a social worker May be needed during pregnancy but is not the most important aspect for
the nurse to address initially.
Obstetrician vs. midwife The choice of care provider should not be assumed as the most important
focus for the nurse.
Prenatal care appointments Explaining the importance of keeping these appointments is a critical
intervention for pregnant patients.
Education and literacy A social determinant of health that influences health status and behaviours.
Income and social status A social determinant of health that has a significant influence on health
status and behaviours.
Employment and working conditions A social determinant of health that affects health status and behaviours.
Income and Social Status Greatest influence on health status and behaviors.
Invisible Poverty Social deprivation without visible material lack.
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Visible Poverty Material deprivation, like poor sanitation and clothing.
Primary Role of Nurses in Research Identifying areas for further research in health.
Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Shifted focus to pandemic planning after avian influenza.
Critical Development Period Early childhood is vital for overall development.
Integrative Healing Human-centered care valuing patient input and beliefs.
Truth and Reconciliation Report (2015) Calls for recognizing Indigenous healing practices.
Enhanced Technology Increases life expectancy for children with chronic diseases.
Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses Framework emphasizing nurse accountability to patients.
Future Goal for Nursing Addressing health inequities through policy advocacy.
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Terms in this set (238)
Perinatal nurses Nurses who work collaboratively with patients and families from the
preconception period throughout the child-bearing year.
Pediatric nurses Nurses who care for children from birth up to age 18 years.
Social determinants of health (SDOH) Factors that can impact a person's health, including racism, healthy
behaviours (exercise), and healthy outdoor spaces (playgrounds).
Chronic illness Not considered a social determinant of health.
Evidence-informed intervention for Indigenous Consistent prenatal care is associated with healthier infants.
patients
Nutrition assessment An important modifiable risk factor but not the most crucial action for a
nurse to take for a pregnant Indigenous patient.
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Referral to a social worker May be needed during pregnancy but is not the most important aspect for
the nurse to address initially.
Obstetrician vs. midwife The choice of care provider should not be assumed as the most important
focus for the nurse.
Prenatal care appointments Explaining the importance of keeping these appointments is a critical
intervention for pregnant patients.
Education and literacy A social determinant of health that influences health status and behaviours.
Income and social status A social determinant of health that has a significant influence on health
status and behaviours.
Employment and working conditions A social determinant of health that affects health status and behaviours.
Income and Social Status Greatest influence on health status and behaviors.
Invisible Poverty Social deprivation without visible material lack.
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Visible Poverty Material deprivation, like poor sanitation and clothing.
Primary Role of Nurses in Research Identifying areas for further research in health.
Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Shifted focus to pandemic planning after avian influenza.
Critical Development Period Early childhood is vital for overall development.
Integrative Healing Human-centered care valuing patient input and beliefs.
Truth and Reconciliation Report (2015) Calls for recognizing Indigenous healing practices.
Enhanced Technology Increases life expectancy for children with chronic diseases.
Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses Framework emphasizing nurse accountability to patients.
Future Goal for Nursing Addressing health inequities through policy advocacy.
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