Individuals with Mental Illness
For this presentation, use at least 6 references. Each reference must be current, no older than 5 years.
The vulnerable population I have to write about is individuals with mental illness in California. Im from Southern California, local counties nearby are Los Angeles and Orange.
I. Introduction
A. Clearly states population chosen
B. Describes the vulnerable population
C. States the current population demographics
D. Discusses background of the problem, and its effect on public health
E. Discussion includes information about the population in the United States generally, and the state specifically.
F. Reference material is current, properly used and cited.
II. Cultural, Psychosocial and Socioeconomic Concerns
A. Discusses the cultural background of the selected population and any relevant history pertaining to the population.
B. Discusses the psychosocial concerns and/or norms of the population.
C. Discusses the economic concerns of the population including, but not limited to, income levels, educational levels and occupation.
D. Reference material is current, properly used and cited.
III. Specific Health Concerns
A. Discusses specific health concerns of the population.
B. Information on specific risk factors for target population is presented concisely and accurately.
C. Information discussed is current, within the last 5 years.
D. Discusses prevention and control of healthconcerns and risk factors (primary, secondary and tertiary).
E. References are current, properly used and cited.
IV. Role of the Public Health Nurse
A. Discusses the role of the public health nurse in caring for vulnerable populations.
B. States the core functions of public health and applies it to the care of the specific population.
C. Three local agencies/facilities delivering services to the target population are identified and accessibility is described. Services rendered are fully described.
D. Additional resources needed in the community are identified.
E. References are current, properly used and cited.