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BSN 325 Community Health Teaching Plan

Cristal Paez

Nightingale College

BSN 325

3/23/2025

Teaching Plan Topic: Hypertension Prevention and Management

Target Audience: Middle-aged adults (45-65) in a suburban community with high prevalence of cardiovascular disease.

Objective

Topics

Educational Strategy

Delivery Method

Evaluation Method

By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify at least four risk factors for hypertension.

• Modifiable vs. non-modifiable risk factors • Lifestyle contributors to hypertension • Family history and genetic factors

• Verbal instruction with visual aids • Interactive discussion with Q&A • Case studies analysis

• Traditional classroom setting with PowerPoint presentation • Group discussion

• Pre/post knowledge quiz • Group activity identifying risk factors in scenarios

By the end of the session, participants will demonstrate the correct technique for measuring blood pressure at home.

• Home blood pressure monitoring equipment • Proper positioning and technique • Interpreting and recording results

• Verbal instruction • Live demonstration • Supervised practice

• Classroom with stations for hands-on practice • Small group coaching

• Return demonstration of technique • Observation checklist • Peer evaluation

By the end of the session, participants will design a weekly meal plan incorporating the DASH diet principles.

• DASH diet fundamentals • Sodium reduction strategies • Heart-healthy food choices

• Written instruction with handouts • Cooking demonstration • Interactive meal planning activity

• Round table workshop • Demonstration kitchen (if available)

• Self-evaluation of created meal plans • Analysis of sodium content in planned meals • Follow-up food diary review

By the end of the session, participants will develop a personalized physical activity plan that includes at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week.

• Benefits of exercise for blood pressure control • Types of moderate exercise • Strategies for overcoming exercise barriers

• Verbal instruction • Demonstration of exercise options • Goal-setting activity

• Traditional classroom • Open space for activity demonstrations

• Written personal activity plan • Self-reported implementation at follow-up • Activity tracking log review

By the end of the session, participants will explain the importance of medication adherence and identify strategies to improve compliance.

• Common blood pressure medications • Consequences of missed doses • Techniques for medication management

• Verbal instruction • Role-playing scenarios • Medication organization tools demonstration

• Classroom setting • Small group work

• Knowledge quiz on medication facts • Creation of personal medication schedule • Follow-up survey on medication adherence

BSN325DisasterAssessment.pdf

BSN 325 Disaster Assessment

Cristal Paez

Nightingale College

BSN 325-02

Professor Scranton

3/26/2025

BSN 325 Disaster Assessment

Part I Community Description

Selected community: Tampa, Florida

Community population: 398,173 (city), 3.3 million (metro area)

Community description: Urban metropolitan area with a diverse population. Demographics include:

• Gender distribution: 48.3% male, 51.7% female

• 14.9% of population over 65 years old

• Literacy levels appear high, with multiple universities and a robust educational system

(248 public schools)

• Culturally diverse community with various religious and spiritual practices

Emergency resources

available: • 20 hospitals, including Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center)

• 60+ community health clinics

• Public transportation: HART bus system (200+ buses)

• Fire/EMS services

• Crisis Center of Tampa Bay

• Tampa Bay Healthcare Collaborative

• 500+ registered nonprofit organizations

Population Explanation of Vulnerability in General

Vulnerable populations:

Identify at least 4 vulnerable

populations.

Elderly (14.9% over 65 years) Increased risk during disasters due to potential mobility

limitations and health concerns.

Individuals with chronic

diseases • High prevalence of heart disease, cancer, and

hypertension.

• Potential disruption of medical care and medication

access during emergencies.

Uninsured population (16.7%

without health insurance) • Limited healthcare resources during disaster scenarios.

• Potential barriers to accessing emergency medical

services.

Low-income residents • Food insecurity affects 13.4% of residents

• More vulnerable to economic impacts of disasters

• Limited resources for emergency preparedness and

recovery

Part II Disaster Description

Type of disaster (Be specific) Hurricane (Natural Disaster - Tropical Cyclone)

Potential Effects of the Disaster on:

Community infrastructure

• Potential damage to transportation systems (HART bus, streetcar)

• Risk of flooding in flat terrain

• Possible disruption of utilities

• Damage to public facilities, schools, and recreational spaces

• Potential impact on major industries (healthcare, tourism, shipping)

Emergency services

• Potential overload of hospital and clinic capacities.

• Challenges in emergency medical response.

• Possible evacuation of medical facilities.

• Strain on fire and EMS services.

• Communication disruptions.

General population

• Risk of injury or displacement.

• Potential interruption of medical care for chronic conditions.

• Mental health challenges.

• Economic disruption.

• Food and water security concerns.

• Increased vulnerability for elderly and chronically ill populations.

Part III

Anticipated Health-related Issue

related to disaster

Include 3-5 health issues

Nursing

Intervention(s):

Include 3-5 interventions per health-related issue What can you do to help your community members without access to hospital, EMS, etc.

Injury and Trauma

Establish first aid stations in safe locations. Provide triage and emergency medical

care. Coordinate with local hospitals for advanced treatment.

Chronic Disease Management

Create medication distribution centers. Develop mobile health clinics. Maintain

communication with patients about medication and treatment continuity.

Psychological Trauma

Set up mental health support groups. Provide psychological first aid. Connect

individuals with crisis counseling resources.

Infectious Disease Transmission

Implement hygiene and sanitation stations. Distribute personal protective

equipment. Conduct health education on disease prevention.

Nutrition and Hydration

Establish food and water distribution points. Screen for malnutrition. Provide

nutritional guidance for vulnerable populations.

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