This GCU course focuses on the community as a large system of
people of varying cultures, spiritual values, geographic norms,
and economic conditions, all influenced by social-legal-political
variables that impact individual and community health. Particular
attention is paid to vulnerable subgroups in the community.
Emphasis is placed on critical analysis, using epidemiological
data and functional health pattern assessments to plan and
intervene in areas of health promotion and disease prevention.
NRS-427V Topic 1 Discussion Questions 1
Explain the role of the community health nurse in partnership with community stakeholders for population health promotion. Explain why it is important to appraise community resources (nonprofit, spiritual/religious, etc.) as part of a community assessment and why these resources are important in population health promotion.
NRS-427V Topic 1 Discussion Questions 2
Discuss how geopolitical and phenomenological place influence the context of a population or..
Communicable Disease Selection:
Selected Topic: Ebola
Write a paper (2,000-2,500 words) in which you apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing research to a communicable disease. Refer to “Communicable Disease Chain,” “Chain of Infection,” and the CDC website for assistance when completing this assignment.
Epidemiology Paper Requirements
Describe the chosen communicable disease, including causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment, and the demographic of interest ..
Communicable Disease Selection:
Selected Topic: Hepatitis-B (HBV)
Write a paper (2,000-2,500 words) in which you apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing research to a communicable disease. Refer to “Communicable Disease Chain,” “Chain of Infection,” and the CDC website for assistance when completing this assignment.
Epidemiology Paper Requirements
Describe the chosen communicable disease, including causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment, and the demographic ..
NRS-427V Topic 2 Discussion Questions 1 (Three Answers Included)
What are social determinants of health? Explain how social determinants of health contribute to the development of disease. Describe the fundamental idea that the communicable disease chain model is designed to represent. Give an example of the steps a nurse can take to break the link within the communicable disease chain.
NRS-427V Topic 2 Discussion Questions 2
Select a global health issue affecting the internatio..
Topic: Cancer Prevention
The benchmark assesses the following competency: 4.2 Communicate therapeutically with patients.
The RN to BSN program at Grand Canyon University meets the requirements for clinical competencies as defined by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), using nontraditional experiences for practicing nurses. These experiences come in the form of direct and indirect care experiences in which licensed nurs..
NRS-427V Topic 3 Discussion Questions 1 (Two Answers Included)
Compare vulnerable populations. Describe an example of one of these groups in the United States or from another country. Explain why the population is designated as “vulnerable.” Include the number of individuals belonging to this group and the specific challenges or issues involved. Discuss why these populations are unable to advocate for themselves, the ethical issues that must be considered when working with these groups, ..
Topic: Extreme Heat
The benchmark assesses the following competencies: 1.4 Participate in health care policy development to influence nursing practice and health care.
Research public health issues on the “Climate Change” or “Topics and Issues” pages of the American Public Health Association (APHA) website. Investigate a public health issue related to an environmental issue within the U.S. health care delivery system and examine its effect on a specific population.
Write a 750-1,000-word policy..
Topic: Lead Poisoning - The Problem which resulted in the Flint Water
The benchmark assesses the following competencies: 1.4 Participate in health care policy development to influence nursing practice and health care.
Research public health issues on the “Climate Change” or “Topics and Issues” pages of the American Public Health Association (APHA) website. Investigate a public health issue related to an environmental issue within the U.S. health care delivery system and examine its effect on a..
Topic: Injuries resulting from Lead Contamination
The benchmark assesses the following competencies: 1.4 Participate in health care policy development to influence nursing practice and health care.
Research public health issues on the “Climate Change” or “Topics and Issues” pages of the American Public Health Association (APHA) website. Investigate a public health issue related to an environmental issue within the U.S. health care delivery system and examine its effect on a specific population...
NRS-427V: Topic 4 Discussion Questions 1
Research the delivery, finance, management, and sustainability methods of the U.S. health care system. Evaluate the effectiveness of one or more of these areas on quality patient care and health outcomes. Propose a potential health care reform solution to improve effectiveness in the area you evaluated and predict the expected effect. Describe the effect of health care reform on the U.S. health care system and its respective stakeholders. Support your ..
Selected Community Settings: Church Community
Topic: Cancer Epidemiology
This is an individual assignment. In 1,500-2,000 words, describe the teaching experience and discuss your observations. The written portion of this assignment should include:
Summary of Teaching Plan
Epidemiological Rationale for Topic
Evaluation of Teaching Experience
Community Response to Teaching
Areas of Strengths and Areas of Improvement
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in th..
NRS-427V: Topic 5 Discussion Questions 1 (Two Answers Included)
What spiritual considerations surrounding a disaster can arise for individuals, communities, and health care providers? Explain your answer in the context of a natural or manmade disaster.
How can a community health nurse assist in the spiritual care of the individual, community, self, and colleagues?
NRS-427V: Topic 5 Discussion Questions 2
Watch the “Diary of Medical Mission Trip” videos dealing with the catastr..