what are parts of the context of health risks? - Answ -vulnerability
-social determinants of health
-health disparities
-genomics
-underserved populations
What is included in the notion of social injustice? - Answ -the denial of economic,
sociocultural, political, civil or human rights of certain populations or groups based on
the belief of those with power that others are inferior
-in healthcare, it manifests as disparity in access
A subgroup of the population that are at higher risk of developing health problems d/t
greater exposure of health risk because of marginalization based on sociocultural
status, access to economic resources, ages, and gender - Answ vulnerable
underserved populations
Social determinants of health and health disparities include - Answ -high-risk mothers
-chronically ill and disabled people
-people with HIV/AIDs
-mentally ill people
-substance abusers
-homeless people
-immigrants and refugees
Issues that rural populations face regarding health care include: - Answ -health
personnel issues
-morbidity and mortality issues
-elder care
-occupational and environmental health problems
T/F: Accessibility is insufficient number and diversity of formal services and providers or
lack of acceptable services and human service infrastructure to elders in rural areas. -
Answ False this is availability
insufficient number and diversity of formal services and providers; a lack of acceptable
services and human service infrastructure - Answ availability of care
Shortages of adequate, appropriate, and affordable transportation; cultural and
geographic isolation - Answ accessibility of care
What is the average age of inmates? - Answ 37 years old
, After release from incarceration, what problems might inmates face? - Answ -social
injustices
-economic problems
Studies show most male inmates are what 2 races: - Answ 1. African American
2. Latino
What levels of prevention (primary, secondary, tertiary) should be addressed for
inmates in correctional facilities? - Answ ALL
What are the five subgroups of the LGBTQ community? - Answ -gay
-lesbian
-bisexual
-transgender
-Queer
Few population based studies have been conducted in LGBTQ groups with the
exception of what research? - Answ HIV-related research
What kind of survey data is lacking in heathcare studies in regards to the LGBTQ
community? - Answ -specific questions about sexual orientation
-recognition of same-sex heads of households
What are some particular health concerns the the LGBTQ community faces from a
prevention perspective? - Answ -obesity
-injury
-violence
-access to care
-mental health conditions
-substance abuse
How many veterans are in the civilian sector? How many of them suffer from visible or
nonvisible trauma? - Answ 2 million are in the civilian sector and 1 million of them
suffer from trauma
What is the nurses role regarding human trafficking? - Answ -recognize victims
-respond with approved protocol and a trauma informed approach to care
-maintain safety for patient and you
What are some specific issues that the homeless populations face? - Answ -
unemployment/ underemployment
-domestic violence
-abandonment
-natural disasters and fires
-disability
-substance abuse and addiction