Nursing Assignment

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Community Strategic Plan: Part A, Community Assessment

West Coast University

NURS 561

Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

Adidley Garcia Coca

Dr. Whitmyer

Sunday November 19, 2023

Community Strategic Plan: Part A, Community Assessment

As per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2018, community assessment pertains to a health assessment conducted at the state, tribal, local, or territorial level. Its purpose is to identify significant health needs and concerns by means of a thorough and systematic collection and analysis of complete data. As healthcare professionals, nurses bear equal responsibility for conducting health assessments within their respective communities, employing standardized strategy plans. In order to enhance the efficiency and inclusivity of the process, nurses should consider many criteria including age, gender, education level, and cultural beliefs, among others. In addition, it is imperative for nurses to ascertain the needs of patients by thoroughly examining many facets of their cultural background and diverse medical history. Through the use of this approach, patients will experience a heightened sense of empowerment as a result of being actively included in their healthcare, ultimately leading to the optimization of their overall treatment outcome. When doing a patient assessment, it is recommended that nurses employ Gordon's 11 functional health patterns due to its systematic and consistent methodology for gathering data. The geographical location of my community is within the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex. The community exhibits a significant degree of diversity. The community comprises a diverse array of ethnic groups that coexist harmoniously. In the municipality in which I reside, there exists a greater proportion of individuals who speak Spanish in comparison to other ethnic groups. The little city is characterized by numerous cultural elements that reflect the traditions and heritage of the Spanish people, thereby earning the moniker "the Spanish village." The inhabitants of the Spanish village collectively exhibit shared ideas, linguistic characteristics, and cultural values, which are also observed among different cultural groups residing within the village. The majority of the inhabitants of the hamlet possess and operate their own enterprises, including establishments like as restaurants, grocery stores, and markets. The businesses in this little village exhibit a high level of competitiveness and vibrancy due to their concentrated presence. The Spanish-speaking individuals residing in a Spanish village has unique beliefs that are derived from their Spanish cultural background. Despite the limited presence of English speakers within the community, effective communication with external cultures is facilitated by the utilization of interpreters, particularly for individuals who lack proficiency in the English language. A portion of the inhabitants residing in the village engage in the pursuit of education by attending school in order to acquire knowledge and skills.

Learning English is crucial for individuals to effectively adapt to life in the United States with more ease and efficiency. One of the obstacles encountered by individuals is the limited improvement in their English language ability despite attending school for language acquisition, primarily due to the absence of English-speaking individuals within their local community. Additionally, they encounter difficulties in adapting to the cultural aspects of American society. This particular difficulty is usually observed when individuals are navigating their healthcare services. A significant portion of the elderly population in this esteemed Spanish community relies on the assistance of translators or interpreters when seeking healthcare services or engaging with health insurance companies. As a response to the prevailing inequality, the village has established multiple nonprofit organizations aimed at assisting elderly individuals and recent immigrants in adapting to their new lives within the community. One such organization provides valuable insights into American life, while also offering translation and interpretation services at minimal or no cost. According to Edelman (2016), he characterizes his nutrition and metabolic pattern as the intake of food and fluids in relation to metabolic requirements, as well as the markers of local nutrient availability. The inhabitants of this Spanish community predominantly adhere to their traditional dietary practices. The individuals have developed a habitual practice of consuming Mediterranean cuisine, characterized by the use of olive oil, garlic, onions, tomatoes, peppers, and shellfish as prevalent components. In addition, their dietary intake includes meat and animal-derived food items. Individuals who adhere to vegetarian or vegan dietary practices may encounter challenges while seeking meal options at restaurants. Nevertheless, their diet is accompanied with potential health hazards. Certain hazards associated with excessive use of salts and spices include, but are not limited to, elevated blood pressure, diabetes, and cardiovascular complications. Gordon's 11 functional health patterns include an examination of the Role relationships pattern as well. In this particular "Spanish Village," the residents exhibit a high degree of social engagement and actively participate in interactions with other individuals who speak the Spanish language. Individuals with a demanding lifestyle and a restricted proficiency in the English language allocate their leisure time to engage with their own social circles, thereby fostering and sustaining interpersonal connections.

A comprehensive community health plan has the potential to yield significant benefits for our community. This proposed strategy aims to significantly improve individuals' understanding and recognition of the significance of health and healthcare, ultimately promoting a culture of better lifestyles. The preservation of culture is of paramount importance; yet, it is beneficial for communities to consider making slight modifications in order to foster a change in attitude and perspective. This shift will enable individuals to explore and appreciate the diverse cultures present in neighboring communities.

References:

CDC - Assessment and Plans - Community Health Assessment - STLT Gateway. (2018, July 24). https://www.cdc.gov/publichealthgateway/cha/plan.html

Edelman, C., Kudzma, E., & Mandle, C. (2016). Health promotion throughout the life span (Vol. 8). St.Louis, MO: Elsevier.

Gordon, M. (2011). Manual of nursing diagnosis (12th ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett

Week 4 Community Strategic Plan: Part B, Strategic Plan

For this assignment, you will research and prepare a community-level strategic plan that addresses a key public health issue.

Potential topics may include:

· Preventing falls in the elderly

· Reducing population salt intake

· Reducing tobacco use among adults

Include the following in your paper:

· Introduction:

· Provide an overview of the community health issue as described in Part A ( Part A- paper attached with this instructions for your references) with identified causes and influences, including knowledge gaps. 

· Detail the prevalence of the issue inside and outside the United States.

· Describe potential monetary costs associated with the issue in the United States.

· You must include data as part of your introduction (images, charts, graphs, etc., may be included as well as written data).

· Describe advance practice roles and management strategies that affect change at the community level.

· Identify key community and social resources that negatively and positively affect the selected issue.

· Identify changes or enhancements in community-related services for your selected topic.

· Develop a strategic plan that could decrease the prevalence of your selected topic.The goals for this plan needs to be specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound. Include how your plan takes into consideration health literacy, socioeconomic factors, and cultural differences.

· Conclusion:

· A summary of the goals and challenges

· An assessment of the outlook for action/progress

· Appendix A: Include your community assessment from Week 3 as Appendix A.

Your paper should be 3–5 pages in length (not including the cover or reference pages). Use APA throughout.

Include 2–3 scholarly sources that are carefully selected and appropriate to the topic. References should be current—no more than four years old.

Review the rubric for further information on how your assignment will be graded.

Before you begin, review some strategic plans to garner ideas for developing your own strategic plan.

ACL strategic plan (2018–2022) Links to an external site.

A strategic plan to make improvements in the network of community-based long term care and supportive services for older adults and adults with disabilities in San FranciscoLinks to an external site.

Paper/Essay Rubric 110pt

Paper/Essay Rubric 110pt
Criteria	Ratings	Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent	40 to >31.6 pts The writer clearly and effectively responds to the assignment. 31.6 to >23.6 pts The response to the assignment is generally adequate but may not be thorough. 23.6 to >0 pts The writer does not respond to the assignment.	40 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFocus and Detail	30 to >23.7 pts There is one clear, well-focused topic. Main ideas are clear and are well supported by detailed and accurate information. 23.7 to >17.7 pts There is one clear, well-focused topic. Main ideas are clear but are not well supported by detailed information. 17.7 to >0 pts The topic and main ideas are not clear.	30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization	30 to >23.7 pts The introduction is inviting, states the main topic, and provides an overview of the paper. Information is relevant and presented in a logical order. The conclusion is strong. 23.7 to >17.7 pts The introduction states the main topic and provides an overview of the paper. A conclusion is included. 17.7 to >0 pts There is no clear introduction, structure, or conclusion.	30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and APA	10 to >7.9 pts The assignment consistently follows current APA format and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly. 7.9 to >5.9 pts The assignment consistently follows current APA format with only isolated and inconsistent mistakes and/or has a few grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Most sources are cited and referenced correctly. 5.9 to >0 pts The assignment does not follow current APA format and/or has many grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Many sources are cited and referenced incorrectly, or citations and references are missing.	10 pts
Total Points: 110

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